TRICARE

How to Get Credentialed with TRICARE in Louisiana

Network: Open
30-90 Days

Quick Overview

Timeline

30 - 90 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 3 year(s)

Delegated

No

Louisiana-Specific Requirements

TRICARE East region (managed by Humana Military). Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners oversees physician licensing; Louisiana LPC Board of Examiners handles BH licensing. Accepted BH license types: LPC, LCSW, LMFT. Louisiana requires state police and FBI fingerprint background checks for licensure. Major military installations: Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk), Barksdale AFB, Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, Camp Beauregard.

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 Louisiana.

2

Prepare Your Application

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

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed enrollment package to TRICARE.

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 30-90 days. Monitor your application status and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

Required Documents Checklist

Board Certification

Conditional

Required if board certified

CV/Resume

5-year work history minimum

DEA License

Conditional

Required if prescribing controlled substances

Malpractice Insurance

Current malpractice insurance certificate

Medical License

Active state medical license required

NPI Certificate

Active NPI number required

Enrollment Forms

DD Form 2672 — Physician Certification

Department of Defense physician certification form required for initial TRICARE provider credentialing.

Required

TRICARE Provider Authorization Form

Provider network participation agreement authorizing enrollment in the TRICARE network.

Required
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