Commercial

Aetna

Credentialing and enrollment guides for Aetna across 51 states.

90-150 days CAQH Required Re-credential every 3 yrs

Quick Overview

Timeline

90 - 150 days

CAQH

Required

Re-credentialing

Every 3 year(s)

States Available

51

About Aetna

Major national commercial payer. Uses CAQH ProView as primary credentialing data source. Contracting processed through ProVault (3Won partnership).

How to Get Credentialed

1

Gather Required Documents

Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and board certifications.

2

Complete Your CAQH ProView Profile

Aetna requires a current CAQH ProView profile. Create or update your profile at proview.caqh.org.

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed enrollment package to Aetna. Select your state below for state-specific submission details.

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 90-150 days. Monitor your application and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

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Required Documents

Board Certification

Required if board certified; highly recommended

CV/Resume

DEA License

Required if prescribing controlled substances

Malpractice Insurance

Medical Degree

Medical License

NPI Certificate

Professional Photo

Professional Reference

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Enrollment Forms

CAQH ProView

Universal credentialing application used by most commercial and BCBS payers.

Online Download

Request to Join Network

Online Download

Aetna ProVault Application

Online Download

Contact Information

Credentialing Status/Questions

1-800-353-1232

Provider Relations

1-800-441-5501

Mon-Fri 8am-7pm

ERA/EFT (Optum OPES)

1-800-353-1232

Claims Inquiry

1-800-624-0756

Provider Appeals

1-800-353-1232

Fax: 1-866-445-4387

Behavioral Health Credentialing

1-888-632-3862

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