Medicare

How to Get Credentialed with Palmetto GBA (Jurisdiction J/M) in Virginia

Network: Open
60-90 Days

Quick Overview

Timeline

60 - 90 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 5 year(s)

Delegated

No

Virginia-Specific Requirements

Palmetto GBA (MAC Jurisdiction J/M) processes all Medicare Part A/B claims for Virginia. Enrollment is through PECOS using CMS-855I (individual) or CMS-855B (group). Virginia has a diverse provider landscape, from the densely populated Northern Virginia area (near DC) to rural Appalachian communities. Providers near DC who also practice in the District should be aware that DC is under a different MAC (Novitas/JH). CMS standard screening applies. A valid NPI is required, and revalidation occurs every 5 years. Initial enrollment takes 60–90 days.

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 Virginia.

2

Prepare Your Application

Complete Palmetto GBA (Jurisdiction J/M)'s provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed enrollment package to Palmetto GBA (Jurisdiction J/M).

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 60-90 days. Monitor your application status and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

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Required Documents Checklist

CV/Resume

DEA License

Conditional

Required if applicable

Malpractice Insurance

Medical License

NPI Certificate

Key Credentialing Terms

CAQH
The Council for Affordable Quality Health Care, an organization that maintains a universal provider database (CAQH ProVi...
CMS-855
The family of Medicare enrollment application forms used to enroll providers, suppliers, and organizations in the Medica...
Credentialing
The process of verifying a healthcare provider's qualifications, training, licensure, and professional background to ens...
Effective Date
The date on which a provider's enrollment or network participation becomes active, allowing them to begin billing a paye...
MAC
A Medicare Administrative Contractor is a private company that CMS contracts with to process Medicare claims and handle...
NPI
The National Provider Identifier is a unique 10-digit identification number issued by CMS to healthcare providers, requi...
PECOS
The Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System is the online portal used by healthcare providers to enroll in Medi...
Primary Source Verification
The process of verifying a provider's credentials directly from the original issuing source, such as medical schools, li...

Credentialing Checklist

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Contact Information

Claims Inquiry

National

1-855-696-0705

Medicare Enrollment

National

1-866-837-0241

Medicare Appeals

National

1-855-696-0705

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