Kaiser Permanente
Credentialing and enrollment guides for Kaiser Permanente across 9 states.
Quick Overview
Timeline
60 - 90 days
CAQH
Required
Re-credentialing
Every 3 year(s)
States Available
9
How Kaiser Permanente Credentialing Actually Works
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Timeline
When Kaiser has a network need, community credentialing typically runs 90 to 180 days through a peer physician committee
Recredentialing
Not published by the payer
There is no open application. Most Kaiser clinicians are employed by the regional Permanente Medical Groups, and community contracts are need based and negotiated regionally: California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Mid Atlantic, Northwest, and Washington each run their own network development.
Behavioral health routing: Behavioral health is delivered primarily by employed clinicians inside the regional Permanente groups. External behavioral contracting is limited to specialty or geographic gaps, often through single case agreements.
The stall to avoid: Kaiser is not an apply and wait payer. The realistic path is contacting the regional network team, demonstrating that Kaiser needs your specialty in that market, or working under single case agreements. Set that expectation before promising a panel.
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 Kaiser Permanente
Integrated closed-model HMO. Primarily employs own physicians. External/community providers credentialed for specialized/supplemental services.
How to Get Credentialed
Gather Required Documents
Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and board certifications.
Complete Your CAQH ProView Profile
Kaiser Permanente requires a current CAQH ProView profile. Create or update your profile at proview.caqh.org.
Submit Your Application
Submit your completed enrollment package to Kaiser Permanente. Select your state below for state-specific submission details.
Track & Follow Up
Credentialing typically takes 60-90 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 Reference
W9_FORM
Enrollment Forms
CAQH ProView
Universal credentialing application used by most commercial and BCBS payers.
Kaiser Permanente Provider Application
Contact Information
EDI Support
1-888-767-4670
ITEISSupportDL@kp.org
EFT/ERA (InstaMed)
1-877-833-6821
connect@instamed.com
Initial Credentialing (Northern CA)
1-888-767-4670
Fax: 1-866-214-7584
Recredentialing (Northern CA)
1-888-767-4670
Fax: 1-866-232-0147
Provider Services (WA)
1-888-767-4670
kpwa.provider-services@kp.org
Permanente Advantage
1-888-767-4670
PermAdvantageTeam-KPPA@kp.org
Fax: 1-866-338-0266
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Choose your state for Kaiser Permanente-specific credentialing details including timelines, contacts, and local requirements.
Kaiser Permanente credentialing requirements by state
Kaiser Permanente enrollment is not identical everywhere. The table below lists what actually differs across the 9 states Kaiser Permanente operates in — network status, local plan names, portals and the state-specific conditions our credentialing team has recorded.
| State | Local plan | MA members | Network | Timeline | Portal / phone | State-specific notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | The Permanente Medical Group / Southern California Permanente Medical Group | 1,539,928 | Varies | 70–84 days |
Provider portal
510-268-5525
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. In Northern California, the Regional Credentialing Department states initial credentialing takes 10–12 weeks from a completed application through committee approval. |
| Colorado | Colorado Permanente Medical Group | 117,023 | Varies | — |
Provider portal
510-268-5525
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. In Colorado, submit an Interested Participating Provider Request Form to IPPNew@kp.org; behavioral health routes through Carelon. |
| District Of Columbia | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States | 7,767 | Varies | — | — | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States covers DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Operates as a closed-model HMO. External community providers may credential for the referral network. Apply through KP Mid-Atlantic's community provider portal. DC medical license required. Limited external credentialing — priority for specialists in underserved areas. |
| Georgia | The Southeast Permanente Medical Group | 44,047 | Varies | — |
Provider portal
404-364-4934
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. The Georgia region actively contracts affiliated community providers and uses CAQH ProView; reach Provider Relations at 404-364-4934 or GA.Provider-Relations@kp.org. |
| Hawaii | Hawaii Permanente Medical Group | 38,547 | Varies | — |
Provider portal
808-432-5429
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. Hawaii Permanente Medical Group requires board certification within 4 years of joining; reach Provider Contracting at 808-432-5429. |
| Maryland | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States | 80,315 | Varies | — | — | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States covers Maryland (along with DC and VA). Operates as a closed-model HMO primarily in Baltimore/DC metro area. External providers may credential for the referral network. Apply through KP Mid-Atlantic's community provider portal. MD license required. Maryland all-payer rate setting may affect external provider reimbursement. |
| Oregon | Northwest Permanente | 81,241 | Varies | — |
Provider portal
510-268-5525
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. In Oregon and Southwest Washington, Northwest Permanente credentials affiliated community providers via CAQH (attestations updated within 120 days). |
| Virginia | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States | 36,363 | Varies | — | — | Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States covers Virginia (Northern Virginia/DC metro area, along with DC and MD). Operates as a closed-model HMO. External community providers may credential for the referral network. Apply through KP Mid-Atlantic's community provider portal. VA license required. Limited external participation. |
| Washington | Washington Permanente Medical Group | 135,869 | Varies | — |
Provider portal
510-268-5525
|
Kaiser Permanente is a closed, integrated system: most physicians are employed or partnered through a regional Permanente Medical Group rather than credentialed into an open network. Joining usually means an employment-track role with the regional medical group, applied for through Permanente careers sites. Kaiser contracts with outside "affiliated/community" providers only as a supplement, when its own medical group cannot deliver a needed service — and several regions limit or close unsolicited applications. Where community contracting exists, credentialing is handled by the regional Credentialing Department through CAQH ProView, with recredentialing at least every 3 years; you may not see Kaiser members until credentialing is approved and a contract is signed. National Provider Contracting (Oakland) can be reached at 510-268-5525. The Washington service area is largely closed to unsolicited new contracts; only select mental health, chiropractic, and pharmacy networks are open. Credentialing uses CAQH and the Washington Practitioner Application. |
MA member counts: CMS Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County (2026-07), verified July 2026. Compiled and maintained by the PayerReady credentialing team from payer portals and direct payer contact. Last verified June 10, 2026. Network status changes without notice — confirm before you file.
Common questions about Kaiser Permanente credentialing
How long does Kaiser Permanente credentialing take?
Kaiser Permanente credentialing typically takes 60–90 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 Kaiser Permanente require CAQH?
Yes. Kaiser Permanente pulls provider data from CAQH ProView, so your profile must be complete, attested and shared with Kaiser Permanente before the application can move. CAQH re-attestation runs on a 120-day cycle, and a lapsed attestation stalls both new enrollments and recredentialing.
Which states does Kaiser Permanente operate in?
Kaiser Permanente has credentialing operations in 9 states. Panel status varies by state and specialty. Requirements are not uniform: local plan names, provider portals and state-specific conditions differ, which is what the state-by-state table above records.