TRICARE

How to Get Credentialed with TRICARE in South Carolina

Network: Open
30-90 Days

Quick Overview

Timeline

30 - 90 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 3 year(s)

Delegated

No

South Carolina-Specific Requirements

TRICARE East region (managed by Humana Military). South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners oversees physician licensing; South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Psycho-Educational Specialists licenses BH providers. Accepted BH license types: LPC, LISW-CP, LMFT. South Carolina requires SLED and FBI fingerprint background checks for healthcare licensure. Major military installations: Fort Jackson, Shaw AFB, Joint Base Charleston, MCAS Beaufort, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

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 South Carolina.

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
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TRICARE Provider Authorization Form

Provider network participation agreement authorizing enrollment in the TRICARE network.

Required
Online Open →

Contact Information

TRICARE Enrollment

National

1-844-866-9378

TRICARE General Information

National

1-844-866-9378

Quick Links

TRICARE Website Provider Portal

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