How to Get Credentialed with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois in Illinois

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (HCSC subsidiary — Health Care Service Corporation). Uses CAQH ProView for credentialing. Typical processing timeline: 60-90 days from complete application. Requires active Illinois medical license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance License required. Board certification required for specialists. HCSC is a mutual legal reserve company and the largest customer-owned health insurer in the United States. BCBS IL is one of the largest BCBS plans by membership. Delegated credentialing available through larger group practices and health systems. Re-credentialing every 3 years.