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WellMed

Part of UnitedHealth Group

National carrierdentalmedicalvision
Typical enrollment turnaround
60-120 days

Summary

WellMed is a national insurance carrier, part of UnitedHealth Group, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage across all 50 states + DC. Claims route under payer ID TH023, with 8 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days, with applications through UHC Provider Portal (Onboard Pro), and CAQH is used for credentialing data. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.

At a glance

Payer ID
TH023Also seen as 00175, 101366, 16574, 3201, 7923, PEGUN and 2 more
Also known as
UnitedHealthcare, WellMed Medical Management Inc.
Uses CAQH
YesApplication route: Payer portal application
Service area
All 50 states + DC

Clearinghouse transaction setup

Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.

TransactionEnrollmentTypical setup
Eligibility checks (270/271)Not requiredImmediate
Claim status (276/277)Not requiredImmediate
Professional claims (837P)Not requiredImmediate
Institutional claims (837I)Not requiredImmediate
ERA / remittance (835)RequiredSeveral weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for WellMed?
The payer ID for WellMed is TH023. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00175, 101366, 16574, 3201.
How long does WellMed provider enrollment take?
WellMed provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does WellMed require CAQH?
Yes. WellMed 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 WellMed?
UnitedHealthcare Provider Services: 877-842-3210.
Does WellMed require ERA enrollment?
Yes. WellMed requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

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 Spot something out of date?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.