How long does UHC Medicare Advantage provider enrollment take?

UHC Medicare Advantage provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does UHC Medicare Advantage require CAQH?

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

What states does UHC Medicare Advantage cover?

UHC Medicare Advantage operates in All 50 states + DC (80% of counties). Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

UHC Medicare Advantage

Part of UnitedHealth Group

Regional planPayer parent

Typical enrollment turnaround

60-120 days

Summary

UHC Medicare Advantage is a regional health plan, part of UnitedHealth Group, across all 50 states + DC (80% of counties). It spans multiple plans and regional payers, so individual plans carry their own payer IDs. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days, with applications through UHC Provider Portal, and CAQH is used for credentialing data.

At a glance

Uses CAQH: YesApplication route: Payer portal application
Service area: All 50 states + DC (80% of counties)

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 UHC Medicare Advantage provider enrollment take?: UHC Medicare Advantage provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does UHC Medicare Advantage require CAQH?: Yes. UHC Medicare Advantage uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
What states does UHC Medicare Advantage cover?: UHC Medicare Advantage operates in All 50 states + DC (80% of counties). 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 Spot something out of date?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.