Montana Medicaid
Credentialing and enrollment guides for Montana Medicaid across 1 states.
Quick Overview
Timeline
30 - 60 days
CAQH
Not Required
Re-credentialing
Every 5 year(s)
States Available
1
About Montana Medicaid
Montana DPHHS — Montana Medicaid / HELP Act
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 Montana Medicaid's provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.
Submit Your Application
Submit your completed enrollment package to Montana 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
Montana Medicaid Provider Enrollment
Contact Information
Provider Credentialing
1-800-624-3958
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Provider Services
1-800-624-3958
Claims & Billing
1-800-624-3958
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Select Your State
Choose your state for Montana Medicaid-specific credentialing details including timelines, contacts, and local requirements.
Montana Medicaid credentialing requirements by state
Montana Medicaid enrollment is not identical everywhere. The table below lists what actually differs across the 1 state Montana 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | Open | 30–60 days | Montana Medicaid enrollment steps: (1) Obtain NPI via NPPES. (2) Register through the Montana DPHHS (Department of Public Health and Human Services) Medicaid provider enrollment portal. (3) Submit application with MT state license, proof of malpractice insurance, and required documentation. (4) Background check including state and federal criminal history is required for all providers. Montana operates primarily fee-for-service with no managed care organizations. Behavioral health providers accepted include LCPC and LCSW with active Montana licensure. Revalidation is required every 5 years. |
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 Montana Medicaid credentialing
How long does Montana Medicaid credentialing take?
Montana 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 Montana Medicaid require CAQH?
No. Montana Medicaid does not enroll through CAQH ProView, so credentialing data is submitted directly on Montana Medicaid's own application instead. You still need the same underlying documents — license, DEA where applicable, malpractice coverage and work history.
Which states does Montana Medicaid operate in?
Montana 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.