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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
Senate Bill 1172 changes the process for credentialing vendors who provide services through the Department of Economic Security (DES) in Arizona. If DES denies a credentialing application due to deficiencies, the applicant will receive an opportunity to correct those issues within 14 business days. If the applicant successfully corrects the deficiencies, DES must reevaluate the application. The bill also establishes a timeline for DES to create rules implementing these changes and outlines an appeal process for denied applications.
Key provisions
- Applicants have 14 business days to correct deficiencies after a credentialing denial.
- DES must reevaluate applications if the applicant corrects deficiencies.
- A clear definition of ‘applicant’ is provided.
- DES is required to adopt rules implementing the bill by June 30, 2027.
- An appeal process is established for denied credentialing applications.
Who is affected
- Vendors providing services to the Department of Economic Security (DES)
- The Department of Economic Security (DES)
- Individuals seeking credentialing with DES
Notable changes
- Creates a specific process for addressing deficiencies in credentialing applications.
- Mandates a reevaluation of applications after deficiency correction.
- Establishes a deadline for DES to develop implementing rules.
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