Equifax

Atlanta – September 22, 2026 -- Equifax has launched Healthcare Report Credential ID, an automated screening tool built to cut delays in verifying healthcare provider licenses and certifications during hiring.

Physician and nursing shortages drive demand for faster onboarding

The U.S. faces a projected shortfall of more than 106,000 physicians and 267,000 registered nurses by 2027, a gap expected to widen over the next decade. Manual credentialing processes currently place administrative strain on hospital staff and delay start dates for patient-facing hires, according to Equifax.