Alabama Medicaid
Credentialing and enrollment guides for Alabama Medicaid across 1 states.
Quick Overview
Timeline
30 - 60 days
CAQH
Not Required
Re-credentialing
Every 5 year(s)
States Available
1
About Alabama Medicaid
Alabama Medicaid Agency — Alabama Medicaid
How to Get Credentialed
Gather Required Documents
Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and board certifications.
Prepare Your Application
Complete Alabama Medicaid's provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.
Submit Your Application
Submit your completed enrollment package to Alabama Medicaid. Select your state below for state-specific submission details.
Track & Follow Up
Credentialing typically takes 30-60 days. Monitor your application and respond promptly to requests for additional information.
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Required Documents
Background Check
CV/Resume
Malpractice Insurance
Required in most states; some state programs waive for government employees
Medical License
NPI Certificate
Enrollment Forms
Alabama Medicaid Provider Enrollment
Contact Information
Provider Credentialing
1-800-688-7989
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Provider Services
1-800-688-7989
Claims & Billing
1-800-688-7989
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Select Your State
Choose your state for Alabama Medicaid-specific credentialing details including timelines, contacts, and local requirements.
Alabama Medicaid credentialing requirements by state
Alabama Medicaid enrollment is not identical everywhere. The table below lists what actually differs across the 1 state Alabama Medicaid operates in — network status, local plan names, portals and the state-specific conditions our credentialing team has recorded.
| State | Network | Timeline | State-specific notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Open | 30–60 days | Alabama Medicaid enrollment steps: (1) Obtain NPI via NPPES. (2) Register on Alabama Medicaid fiscal agent portal (Gainwell Technologies). (3) Submit provider enrollment application with required documentation including AL state license and DEA certificate if applicable. (4) Complete background check via ABI state criminal history and FBI fingerprint check, required for all providers. Behavioral health providers accepted include LPC, LCSW, and Licensed Psychologist, all requiring active Alabama licensure. Revalidation is required every 5 years. Alabama operates primarily fee-for-service with regional care organizations (RCOs) providing managed care in select regions. |
Compiled and maintained by the PayerReady credentialing team from payer portals and direct payer contact. Last verified March 22, 2026. Network status changes without notice — confirm before you file.
Common questions about Alabama Medicaid credentialing
How long does Alabama Medicaid credentialing take?
Alabama Medicaid credentialing typically takes 30–60 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 Alabama Medicaid require CAQH?
No. Alabama Medicaid does not enroll through CAQH ProView, so credentialing data is submitted directly on Alabama Medicaid's own application instead. You still need the same underlying documents — license, DEA where applicable, malpractice coverage and work history.
Which states does Alabama Medicaid operate in?
Alabama Medicaid has credentialing operations in 1 state. 1 of those 1 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.