Credentials committee

(a) The credentials committee (or its equivalent) shall review applications for appointment and reappointment to all categories of the staff as often as needed and at least biennially. It shall delineate the privileges to be extended to the applicant and make appropriate recommendations to the governing body according to the procedure outlined in the hospital's medical staff bylaws. (b) The committee shall recommend individuals for initial appointment, hospital privileges, promotions, demotions, and reappointments.