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CHAMPVA

CHAMPVA

Credentialing and enrollment guides for CHAMPVA across 51 states.

14-45 days Re-credential every 5 yrs

Quick Overview

Timeline

14 - 45 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 5 year(s)

States Available

51

How CHAMPVA Credentialing Actually Works

Verified July 2026

Apply Through

No network enrollment (VA program)

Timeline

Not published by the payer

Recredentialing

Not published by the payer

CHAMPVA is a VA health benefits program for eligible spouses, survivors, and dependents, not a network plan: there is no provider credentialing or panel to join. Providers who accept CHAMPVA patients simply bill the VA as the payer under the program rules.

The stall to avoid: Do not confuse CHAMPVA with the VA Community Care Network: CCN is the veteran facing network with actual credentialing, run by Optum in regions 1 to 3 and TriWest in regions 4 and 5. CHAMPVA has no equivalent enrollment.

From PayerReady's payer enrollment research, built from the payer's own provider manuals and enrollment pages. Payer processes change; when a fact is not published by the payer, we say so rather than guess.

About CHAMPVA

CHAMPVA (Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) provides healthcare coverage to eligible spouses, widows/widowers, and children of veterans who are permanently and totally disabled or who died from a service-connected disability. Covers most medically necessary healthcare services.

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

Prepare Your Application

Complete CHAMPVA's provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.

3

Submit Your Application

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

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 14-45 days. Monitor your application and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

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Required Documents

Board Certification

Required if board certified

CV/Resume

DEA License

Required if prescribing controlled substances

Malpractice Insurance

Medical License

NPI Certificate

Enrollment Forms

CHAMPVA Provider Agreement (VA Form 10-583)

VA form required for providers to participate in the CHAMPVA network as an authorized provider.

CHAMPVA Claim Form (VA Form 10-7959a)

Standard claim submission form for CHAMPVA-covered services rendered to eligible beneficiaries.

Contact Information

Provider Credentialing

1-800-733-8387

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Provider Services

1-800-733-8387

Claims & Billing

1-800-733-8387

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Choose your state for CHAMPVA-specific credentialing details including timelines, contacts, and local requirements.

CHAMPVA credentialing requirements by state

CHAMPVA enrollment is not identical everywhere. The table below lists what actually differs across the 51 states CHAMPVA operates in — network status, local plan names, portals and the state-specific conditions our credentialing team has recorded.

CHAMPVA credentialing requirements by state
State Local plan Network Portal / phone State-specific notes
Alaska CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Alabama CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Arkansas CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Arizona CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
California CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA — no application to join. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service. Providers who accept a CHAMPVA beneficiary accept the CHAMPVA allowable amount and cannot balance-bill. Preauthorization is required for certain services including mental health/substance use care, adjunctive dental, and transplants. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Colorado CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Connecticut CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
District Of Columbia CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Delaware CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Florida CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Georgia CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Hawaii CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Iowa CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Idaho CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Illinois CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Indiana CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Kansas CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Kentucky CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Louisiana CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Massachusetts CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Maryland CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Maine CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Michigan CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Minnesota CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Missouri CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Mississippi CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Montana CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
North Carolina CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
North Dakota CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Nebraska CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
New Hampshire CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
New Jersey CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
New Mexico CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Nevada CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
New York CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Ohio CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Oklahoma CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Oregon CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Pennsylvania CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Rhode Island CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
South Carolina CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
South Dakota CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Tennessee CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Texas CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Utah CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Virginia CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Vermont CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Washington CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA — no application to join. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service. Providers who accept a CHAMPVA beneficiary accept the CHAMPVA allowable amount and cannot balance-bill. Preauthorization is required for certain services including mental health/substance use care, adjunctive dental, and transplants. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Wisconsin CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
West Virginia CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.
Wyoming CHAMPVA (VA Office of Integrated Veteran Care) Open Provider portal
1-800-733-8387
CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) works differently from a managed-care network: there is NO credentialing, contracting, or network-join process. Per the VA, "CHAMPVA does not have contract providers." Any provider who is properly licensed in their state, is not on the Medicare exclusion list, and agrees to accept the beneficiary can treat and bill CHAMPVA. The one setup step for payment is enrolling in Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Bill electronically using payer ID 84146 (medical) or 84147 (dental), or mail paper claims to VHA Office of Integrated Veteran Care, CHAMPVA Claims, PO Box 30750, Tampa, FL 33630-3750. Claims must be filed within 1 year of the date of service, and providers who accept a beneficiary cannot balance-bill. CHAMPVA is a uniform national program — the rules are identical in every state.

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Common questions about CHAMPVA credentialing

How long does CHAMPVA credentialing take?

CHAMPVA credentialing typically takes 14–45 days from a complete submission to an approved effective date. Incomplete applications are the main cause of delay: a missing document or an unattested CAQH profile restarts the clock rather than pausing it.

Does CHAMPVA require CAQH?

No. CHAMPVA does not enroll through CAQH ProView, so credentialing data is submitted directly on CHAMPVA's own application instead. You still need the same underlying documents — license, DEA where applicable, malpractice coverage and work history.

Which states does CHAMPVA operate in?

CHAMPVA has credentialing operations in 51 states. 51 of those 51 currently show an open panel. Requirements are not uniform: local plan names, provider portals and state-specific conditions differ, which is what the state-by-state table above records.

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