How long does Optum Behavioral Health provider enrollment take?

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

Does Optum Behavioral Health require CAQH?

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

What is the provider services phone number for Optum Behavioral Health?

Provider Express network services (credentialing and contracting): 877-614-0484. Benefits, claims, and authorizations: 800-888-2998.

What states does Optum Behavioral Health cover?

Optum Behavioral Health operates in All 50 states + DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Optum Behavioral Health

Part of UnitedHealth Group / Optum

Specialty planPayer parent

Typical enrollment turnaround

60-90 days

Summary

Optum Behavioral Health is a specialty plan, part of UnitedHealth Group / Optum, across all 50 states + DC. 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 Provider Express, and CAQH is used for credentialing data.

At a glance

Uses CAQH: YesApplication route: CAQH application only
Service area: All 50 states + 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.

Common questions

How long does Optum Behavioral Health provider enrollment take?: Optum Behavioral Health provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does Optum Behavioral Health require CAQH?: Yes. Optum Behavioral Health uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
What is the provider services phone number for Optum Behavioral Health?: Provider Express network services (credentialing and contracting): 877-614-0484. Benefits, claims, and authorizations: 800-888-2998.
What states does Optum Behavioral Health cover?: Optum Behavioral Health operates in All 50 states + DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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