Washington § 48.43.750 - Health care provider credentialing applications — Use of electronic database by health carriers.

Full text of Washington Revised Code of Washington § 48.43.750 — Health care provider credentialing applications — Use of electronic database by health carriers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 48.43.750. Health care provider credentialing applications — Use of electronic database by health carriers.

(1)(a) A health carrier must use the database selected pursuant to RCW 48.165.035 to accept and manage credentialing applications from health care providers. A health carrier may not require a health care provider to submit credentialing information in any format other than through the database selected pursuant to RCW 48.165.035.
(b) Effective June 1, 2018, a health carrier shall make a determination approving or denying a credentialing application submitted to the carrier no later than ninety days after receiving a complete application from a health care provider.
(c) Effective June 1, 2020, a health carrier shall make a determination approving or denying a credentialing application submitted to the carrier no later than ninety days after receiving a complete application from a health care provider. All determinations made by a health carrier in approving or denying credentialing applications must average no more than sixty days.
(d) This section does not require health carriers to approve a credentialing application or to place providers into a network.
(2) This section does not apply to health care entities that utilize credentialing delegation arrangements in the credentialing of their health care providers with health carriers.
(3) For purposes of this section, "credentialing" means the collection, verification, and assessment of whether a health care provider meets relevant licensing, education, and training requirements.
(4) Nothing in this section creates an oversight or enforcement duty on behalf of the office of the insurance commissioner against a health carrier for failure to comply with the terms of this section.
[ 2020 c 4 s 1; 2016 c 123 s 1.]

Notes

Effective date—2016 c 123: "This act takes effect June 1, 2018." [ 2016 c 123 s 3.]

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Related Washington Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Washington § 48.43.750

What does Revised Code of Washington § 48.43.750 cover?

Section 48.43.750 ("Health care provider credentialing applications — Use of electronic database by health carriers.") is part of the Revised Code of Washington, the codified statutory law of Washington. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Washington § 48.43.750?

A common citation format is "Revised Code of Washington § 48.43.750" (Washington). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Washington law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Washington official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Washington attorney.

How does Washington § 48.43.750 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Washington can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Washington.