In a significant crackdown on health care malpractice, the Washington State Department of Health has recently taken action against various health care providers across the state. According to the department's announcements, they have either revoked or suspended licenses, certifications, or registrations of several practitioners who have failed to meet the professional standards or those prohibited from practice in other jurisdictions.

The Health Systems Quality Assurance Division, a sector within the Department of Health, is in charge of overseeing the licensing standards for more than 80 health-related professions which includes dentists, nurses, and counselors. This division operates collaboratively with boards, commissions, and advisory committees to ensure that health care providers adhere strictly to state guidelines and regulations. A recent report from the Washington State Department of Health also highlights their efforts to swiftly suspend credentials of those already prohibited to practice in other states.

The information regarding the disciplinary actions taken against medical doctors and physician assistants can be found on the Washington Medical Commission (WMC) website. Inquiries specific to WMC disciplinary actions are directed towards their media email. These steps underscore the department's commitment to transparency and accountability within the health care sector.

For those interested in further details about any licensed health care provider, the state's agency website offers a "Health Care Provider Lookup" tool accessible under the "Find it Fast" section. This utility helps the public to to easily check the license status of a medical professional, alongside their credential's expiration and renewal dates, any disciplinary actions taken, and legal documents issued after July 1998. Further assistance is available via a dedicated call line for consumers, especially those who feel that a health care provider may have acted unprofessionally and wish to report their complaints.