H.B. No. 3435 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish a more objective process for hospitals when determining medical staff privileges. The bill introduces a new subsection (c-1) that mandates hospitals to apply their adopted criteria consistently to all individuals requesting medical staff privileges or seeking renewal or modification of those privileges. This aims to ensure fairness and transparency in the decision-making process.

Additionally, the bill modifies subsection (g) by replacing the term "bylaw" with a broader reference to "requirements for staff privileges," which includes those found in hospital bylaws or other policies. It emphasizes the necessity for physicians, podiatrists, or dentists to provide documentation of their current clinical competency and relevant professional training and experience when applying for privileges. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 241.101 (Health and Safety Code 241)