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SB 554

Medical Occupations - As enacted, enacts the "Tennessee Physician Workforce Information Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 49; Title 63 and Title 68.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee establishes physician workforce tracking system through data collection requirements to identify healthcare access gaps and inform medical education policy.

Pub. Ch. 213
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Bill Summary · SB 554

Legislative bill overview

SB 554 enacts Tennessee's "Physician Workforce Information Act," establishing new data collection and reporting requirements for physician workforce trends across the state. The bill amends multiple sections of Tennessee code covering medical occupations, health professions, and related regulatory frameworks to create systematic tracking mechanisms.

Why is this important

Understanding physician workforce distribution helps states identify healthcare access gaps, particularly in rural and underserved areas. This legislation enables Tennessee to make data-driven decisions about medical education, licensing incentives, and resource allocation to address physician shortages in critical regions.

Potential points of contention

  • Data collection burden: Healthcare providers and medical facilities may face administrative costs and compliance requirements to report workforce information to state agencies
  • Privacy concerns: Gathering detailed physician workforce data could raise questions about how personal professional information is stored, used, and protected
  • Undefined enforcement mechanisms: The bill's effectiveness depends on how state agencies implement the act and whether violations carry meaningful penalties

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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