Medicaid

How to Get Credentialed with KanCare in Kansas

Network: Open
30-60 Days

Quick Overview

Timeline

30 - 60 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 5 year(s)

Delegated

No

Kansas-Specific Requirements

Kansas Medicaid (KanCare) enrollment steps: (1) Obtain NPI via NPPES. (2) Register through the KDHE (Kansas Department of Health and Environment) KanCare provider enrollment portal. (3) Submit application with KS state license, proof of malpractice insurance, and required documentation. (4) Background check including state and federal criminal history is required for all providers. KanCare operates statewide managed care through 3 MCOs covering all Medicaid beneficiaries. Behavioral health providers accepted include LPC, LSCSW (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker), and LMFT with active Kansas licensure. Revalidation is required every 5 years.

Medicaid Information — Kansas

Agency: Kansas KDHE, Division of Health Care Finance

Program: KanCare

Portal: https://www.kmap-state-ks.us

Phone: 1-800-933-6593

Step-by-Step Enrollment Process

1

Gather Required Documents

Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and any state-specific requirements for Kansas.

2

Prepare Your Application

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

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed enrollment package to KanCare.

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 30-60 days. Monitor your application status and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

Required Documents Checklist

Background Check

Federal/state background check required for Medicaid enrollment

CV/Resume

Work history required

Malpractice Insurance

Conditional

Required in most states; some state programs waive for government employees

Medical License

NPI Certificate

Enrollment Forms

Kansas Medicaid Provider Enrollment (KMAP)

Required
Online Open →

Contact Information

Provider Enrollment

National

1-800-933-6593

General Provider Inquiries

National

1-800-933-6593

Quick Links

Provider Portal

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Other Payers in Kansas

Aetna UnitedHealthcare Cigna Healthcare Anthem / Elevance Health Humana Centene Corporation Molina Healthcare Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
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