Payer-Specific Service

Blue Cross Blue Shield Credentialing & Enrollment

Specialized credentialing and enrollment services for Blue Cross Blue Shield plans across all 50 states. Get in-network with BCBS and access millions of covered members nationwide.

1500+ BCBS Providers

36 BCBS Plans

98% Approval Rate

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All 36 BCBS Plans

Complete BCBS Enrollment

Commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Federal Employee Program credentialing

Our Process

BCBS Credentialing Made Efficient

Our streamlined 3-step process ensures your Blue Cross Blue Shield enrollment is completed accurately across all required plans.

CAQH & Plan Assessment

We ensure your CAQH ProView profile is complete and attested, and identify which BCBS plans you need to join.

Multi-Plan Application Submission

We prepare and submit credentialing applications to each required BCBS plan with all plan-specific documentation.

Follow-Up & Contracting

We track applications across all plans, respond to plan requests, and assist with contract review and signature.

BCBS Plans We Cover

All Blue Cross Blue Shield Plan Types

We credential providers for BCBS commercial, Medicare, and federal products across all states.

BCBS Commercial

PPO, HMO, EPO, and POS plans for employer groups

BCBS Medicare Advantage

Medicare HMO, PPO, and Dual Eligible plans

FEP Blue Cross

Federal Employee Program for government employees

BCBS Exchange Plans

ACA Marketplace individual and family plans

BCBS Medicaid

State-specific Medicaid managed care programs

BlueCard Program

National access for traveling BCBS members

Blue Cross Blue Shield Global

International coverage for members abroad

Anthem BCBS

Multi-state BCBS affiliate plans

BCBS Plans Nationwide

Major BCBS Affiliates We Service

We credential providers with Blue Cross Blue Shield plans across the entire country.

Anthem Blue Cross

CA, CO, CT, GA, IN, KY, ME, MO, NH, NV, NY, OH, VA, WI

Blue Cross of California

Anthem Blue Cross of California

Blue Shield of California

California physician and hospital networks

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

HCSC affiliate in Texas

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

HCSC affiliate in Illinois

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida

Florida Blue plans

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Michigan provider networks

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Arizona provider credentialing

Highmark BCBS

PA, WV, DE, and NY plans

Premera Blue Cross

Washington and Alaska plans

Regence BCBS

OR, WA, ID, and UT plans

CareFirst BCBS

MD, DC, and VA plans

Core Requirements

BCBS Credentialing Essentials

We ensure all Blue Cross Blue Shield credentialing requirements are met with precision.

CAQH Attestation

Current CAQH profile with recent attestation (within 120 days)

State Medical License

Active, unrestricted license in practicing state

DEA Registration

Valid DEA certificate for controlled substances

Board Certification

ABMS or AOA board certification status

Malpractice Insurance

Minimum coverage per BCBS plan requirements

Work History

Complete 5-year work history with gap explanations

W-9 Form

Current IRS W-9 for tax identification

Background Screening

OIG, SAM, and NPDB clearances

Why Choose Us

BCBS Credentialing Excellence

We understand the complexities of Blue Cross Blue Shield credentialing across all 36 independent plans.

All 36 BCBS Plans

Experience credentialing with every BCBS affiliate nationwide, understanding each plan's unique requirements.

Multi-Plan Coordination

We manage simultaneous applications across multiple BCBS plans, reducing administrative burden.

BlueCard Program Expertise

Understanding of BCBS BlueCard program requirements for treating out-of-area members.

Recredentialing Support

Ongoing monitoring and management of BCBS 3-year recredentialing cycles across all plans.

FAQ

BCBS Credentialing Questions Answered

Clear answers to common questions about Blue Cross Blue Shield credentialing.

How long does BCBS credentialing take?

BCBS credentialing typically takes 60-120 days depending on the specific plan. Our expedited process helps minimize delays across all applications.

Do I need separate credentialing for each BCBS plan?

Yes, each BCBS affiliate operates independently and requires separate credentialing. We manage all applications simultaneously.

Does BCBS require CAQH?

Yes, most BCBS plans require providers to maintain a current, attested CAQH ProView profile. Re-attestation is required every 120 days.

What is the BlueCard Program?

BlueCard is a national program that allows BCBS members to receive care from participating providers when traveling or living outside their home plan's service area.

What is BCBS recredentialing cycle?

Most BCBS plans require recredentialing every 3 years. We track cycles across all your plans and manage the complete process.

Does BCBS require site visits?

Site visits may be required for certain specialties or high-volume practices. Requirements vary by BCBS plan.

Can I join BCBS Medicare Advantage separately?

Yes, BCBS Medicare Advantage plans require separate credentialing from commercial plans. We manage both processes.

What is Anthem BCBS?

Anthem is one of the largest BCBS licensees, operating plans in 14 states. We have extensive experience credentialing with Anthem plans.

What about FEP Blue Cross?

The Federal Employee Program (FEP) covers federal employees and requires separate credentialing from commercial BCBS plans.

Can you help with BCBS contract negotiation?

Yes, we can review BCBS contracts and assist with fee schedule negotiations where permitted by the plan.

Ready to Join Blue Cross Blue Shield's Network?

Let our BCBS credentialing experts get you in-network across all required plans and start seeing millions of covered members.

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