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NJ S2777
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gordon Johnson
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AI Summary
- Requires insurance carriers to automatically approve credentialing applications for physicians to join provider networks if the physician's New Jersey medical license is in good standing with the State Board of Medical Examiners
- Applies to both initial credentialing applications and credential renewals for participation in managed care plan networks
- Amends existing law (P.L.2001, c.88) that established universal physician application forms for network participation
- Carriers may still request additional information beyond the universal application form, provided it does not duplicate information already submitted
- Takes effect immediately and applies to credentialing applications received on or after the effective date
Legislative Description
Requires automatic issuance of credential to provide services in carrier provider network for physicians in good standing in New Jersey.
2nd Reading in the Senate
Last Action
Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Commerce1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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