How long does Kaiser Permanente provider enrollment take?

Kaiser Permanente provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Kaiser Permanente require CAQH?

Yes. Kaiser Permanente uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.

What states does Kaiser Permanente cover?

Kaiser Permanente operates in CA, CO, GA, HI, MD, OR, VA, WA, DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Kaiser Permanente

Part of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan

Regional planPayer parent

Typical enrollment turnaround

60-90 days

Summary

Kaiser Permanente is a regional health plan, part of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, operating in 9 states. It spans multiple plans and regional payers, so individual plans carry their own payer IDs. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through Kaiser Provider Portal, and CAQH is used for credentialing data.

At a glance

Uses CAQH: YesApplication route: Payer portal application
Service area: CA, CO, GA, HI, MD, OR, VA, WA, DC

This is a payer parent page: the program spans multiple plans, so there is no single clearinghouse payer ID. Each associated payer below carries its own IDs and setup details.

Associated payers9

Plans and payers that operate under Kaiser Permanente. Each page has its own payer IDs, links, and setup details.

Common questions

How long does Kaiser Permanente provider enrollment take?: Kaiser Permanente provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does Kaiser Permanente require CAQH?: Yes. Kaiser Permanente uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
What states does Kaiser Permanente cover?: Kaiser Permanente operates in CA, CO, GA, HI, MD, OR, VA, WA, DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.