In which case is it stated that the Governing Body has ultimate authority over credentialing decisions including call panel membership?

• A. Hongsathavij v Qeen of Angels
• B. Mathews v Lancaster
• C. Rao v Auburn
• D. Darling v Charleston

Answer: (A)

The governing principle is that the Governing Body has the final say in credentialing decisions, including who sits on call panels. In Hongsathavij v. Queen of Angels, the court affirms that ultimate authority over credentialing actions, such as call panel membership, resides with the Governing Body. While medical staff committees and bylaws handle review, recommendations, and processes, final approval rests with the Governing Body to ensure alignment with hospital governance and policy. The other cases touch on related aspects of credentialing or due process but do not expressly establish the Governing Body’s supreme authority over credentialing decisions in the same explicit way.