How to Get Credentialed with MetLife Dental in District Of Columbia
Quick Overview
Timeline
60 - 120 days
CAQH
Not Required
Re-credentialing
Every 3 year(s)
Delegated
No
District Of Columbia-Specific Requirements
Step-by-Step Enrollment Process
Gather Required Documents
Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and any state-specific requirements for District Of Columbia.
Prepare Your Application
Complete MetLife Dental's provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.
Submit Your Application
Submit your completed enrollment package to MetLife Dental.
Track & Follow Up
Credentialing typically takes 60-120 days. Monitor your application status and respond promptly to requests for additional information.
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Required Documents Checklist
CV/Resume
Work history and education
DEA License
ConditionalRequired if performing sedation or prescribing controlled substances
Malpractice Insurance
Current malpractice insurance certificate
Medical License
Active dental license required
NPI Certificate
Active NPI number required
Enrollment Forms
MetLife Dental Network Application
Provider application to participate in the MetLife PDP or PDP Plus dental network.
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Key Credentialing Terms
- CAQH
- The Council for Affordable Quality Health Care, an organization that maintains a universal provider database (CAQH ProVi...
- 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...
- Fee Schedule
- A complete listing of fees and reimbursement rates that an insurance payer will pay for specific medical services and pr...
- Network Status
- A provider's participation status with a specific insurance payer, indicating whether they are in-network (contracted) o...
- NPI
- The National Provider Identifier is a unique 10-digit identification number issued by CMS to healthcare providers, requi...
- Participating Provider
- A healthcare provider who has signed a contract with an insurance payer to provide services to the plan's members at neg...
- Primary Source Verification
- The process of verifying a provider's credentials directly from the original issuing source, such as medical schools, li...
Credentialing Checklist
Make sure you have everything ready before applying to MetLife Dental.
View Dentist Credentialing Checklist →Contact Information
Provider Credentialing
National1-877-638-3379
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Provider Services
National1-877-638-3379
Claims & Billing
National1-877-638-3379
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