Attachment D.pdf

This is an attachment document for physician credentialing services requested by the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH). The document outlines the scope of services required for the credentialing process, which includes verification of physician qualifications, licensure, education, training, and professional history. The contractor will be responsible for conducting comprehensive background checks, verifying medical degrees and certifications, contacting state licensing boards, and maintaining detailed credentialing files in compliance with SCDMH standards and applicable regulatory requirements. The services must support SCDMH's ability to ensure all physicians meet established clinical and professional standards prior to employment or clinical privileges authorization.

The attachment establishes procedural requirements and documentation standards that the credentialing service provider must maintain throughout the contract term. The contractor must maintain confidentiality of all physician information, provide timely credentialing completion within specified timeframes, and submit regular reporting on credentialing activities and status. The document specifies that all credentialing activities must comply with The Joint Commission standards, CMS requirements, and applicable South Carolina healthcare regulations. The contractor must establish protocols for handling credentialing inquiries, managing credentials verification, and maintaining organized records accessible to SCDMH personnel for audit and verification purposes.