H.B. No. 3151 aims to expedite the credentialing process for certain health care providers, specifically federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), by Medicaid managed care organizations in Texas. The bill amends Sections 540.0656(a) and (d) of the Government Code to include definitions and requirements for "applicant providers," which now explicitly encompass FQHCs and their health care providers. To qualify for expedited credentialing, an applicant provider must have a current contract with a Medicaid managed care organization or be part of an established health care provider group or an FQHC that has such a contract. The previous requirement for an established health care provider group has been removed.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if a state agency determines that a federal waiver or authorization is necessary for implementing any provision of the Act, the agency may delay implementation until such waiver or authorization is granted. The Act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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Engrossed: Government Code 540.0656 (Government Code 540)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 540.0656 (Government Code 540)
Enrolled: Government Code 540.0656 (Government Code 540)