Tennessee law prohibits hospitals from directly employing radiologists, anesthesiologists, pathologists, and emergency physicians. Instead, they must contract with a third party to staff their facilities. This government interference in healthcare is inefficient, increases costs, and restricts hospitals’ abilities to serve their communities best.
As introduced, this bill will remove the arbitrary barriers that interfere with market-driven decisions in healthcare. Hospitals will be free to hire the most qualified physicians, directly or through staffing companies, to ensure the highest standard of care and the most effective delivery methods. With the rapid pace of innovation and change in healthcare, this proposed law will give hospitals greater flexibility, improve efficiency, and expand access to care. Further, it will provide new opportunities for medical professionals.
Join the effort to improve patient outcomes in Tennessee—send a message and tell lawmakers to support this bill today!
STATUS UPDATE: This bill has been filed as HB 979 / SB 674 for the 2025 General Assembly.