Understand the separate payer steps
Credentialing is a review of a provider’s qualifications. Payer enrollment establishes the provider or practice with a payer for participation and billing. Contracting sets the terms of network participation; it may be a separate step. Medicare revalidation renews an existing enrollment record. Completing one step does not mean every requirement for participation or payment has been met.
Prepare the information and divide the work
We start with your providers, locations, payer list, and known application status. The onboarding checklist identifies the documents needed, which applications I prepare and follow up on, who submits them, and which attestations or signatures require your action. Some payers use the CAQH Provider Data Portal; any assistance related to that process must be confirmed in the agreed scope.
Follow pending requirements through to a response
Updates distinguish an application in review from one waiting on your practice or a payer. We agree on follow-up responsibilities and how you will receive status updates. Attestation, renewal, and enrollment-change work is included only as specified in your agreement. A complete application or CAQH profile does not itself confirm payer approval, network participation, or an effective date.