Medwave
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • RSS
Call, Text: (412) 219-4789
  • Medical Credentialing
  • Payer Contracting
  • Rate Negotiations
  • Billing
  • Specialties
    • Behavioral Health
    • Primary Care
    • DME
    • Urgent Care
    • Home Health
    • Cardiology
    • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
    • Substance Abuse
    • Speech Therapy
    • Genetic Testing
    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Pharmacogenetic (PGx)
    • Toxicology
    • Allergy Testing
    • Oncology
    • Pathology
    • OBGYN
    • Internal Medicine
    • Podiatry
    • Biologics and Specialty Drugs
    • Telestroke and Teleneurology
    • Digital Therapeutics (DTx)
    • Remote Patient Monitoring
    • Remote Therapeutic Monitoring
    • Home Infusion Therapy
    • Sleep Study Labs
    • Physical Therapy (PT)
    • Occupational Therapy
    • COVID-19 Testing
  • Blog
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Home
  • Credentialing Documentation

Credentialing Documentation

Provider Credentialing Explained: Timelines, Docs & Tips

January 9, 2026 / admin / Articles, Credential Maintenance, Credentialing, Credentialing Committee, Credentialing Difficulty, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Mistakes, Credentialing Timelines, Credentialing Tips
White Male Medical Doctor in need of Credentialing, at Hospital

Provider credentialing can feel like learning a new language when you first encounter it. The terminology, timelines, and requirements seem designed to confuse rather than clarify. Credentialing is just a systematic process of verifying that healthcare providers have the qualifications they claim and getting them approved to bill insurance companies. Once you know the steps, […]

Read More

Credential Maintenance, Credentialing, Credentialing Committee, Credentialing Difficulty, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Mistakes, Credentialing Timelines, Credentialing Tips

Get Credentialed with Medicare

January 7, 2026 / admin / Articles, Credentialing, Credentialing Accuracy, Credentialing Criteria, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing KPIs, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Medicare, Medicare Credentialing
Group of Ethnically Diverse Credentialing Specialists

If you’re a healthcare provider looking to expand your practice and serve more patients, getting credentialed with Medicare is essential. Medicare provides health coverage to over 65 million Americans, including people aged 65 and older, younger individuals with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease. By becoming a credentialed Medicare provider, you open your doors […]

Read More

Credentialing, Credentialing Accuracy, Credentialing Approval, Credentialing Criteria, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing KPIs, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Medicare, Medicare Credentialing

Get Credentialed with Medicaid

December 30, 2025 / admin / Articles, Credentialing, Credentialing Accuracy, Credentialing Approval, Credentialing Criteria, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing KPIs, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Medicaid, Medicaid Credentialing
Group of Ethnically Diverse Medical Credentialers

If you’re a healthcare provider looking to expand your practice and serve more patients, getting credentialed with Medicaid is a smart move. Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities. By becoming a credentialed Medicaid provider, you open your doors to a […]

Read More

Credentialing, Credentialing Accuracy, Credentialing Approval, Credentialing Criteria, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing KPIs, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Medicaid, Medicaid Credentialing

The Essential Physician Credentialing Checklist

December 18, 2025 / admin / Articles, Credentialing, Credentialing Checklist, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Essentials, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Credentialing Technology, Medical Credentialing Checklist
Male Filipino Medical Doctor Smiling

Getting through physician credentialing can feel like navigating a maze blindfolded. One missing document, one incomplete form, and suddenly your start date gets pushed back months. Maybe you’re a seasoned practitioner switching hospitals or maybe you’re a fresh resident entering the workforce? Having a solid checklist can save you countless headaches and potentially thousands in […]

Read More

Credentialing, Credentialing Checklist, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Essentials, Credentialing Management, Credentialing Optimization, Credentialing Technology, Medical Credentialing Checklist

What’s the Difference Between Credentialing and Contracting?

November 22, 2025 / admin / Articles, Contract Negotiation, Contracting, Credentialing, Credentialing and Contracting, Credentialing Challenges, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Payer Contracting
White Male Medical Doctor Typing at Machine

Healthcare providers often find themselves navigating two critical but distinct processes when establishing relationships with insurance companies and healthcare networks: credentialing and contracting. While these terms are frequently used interchangeably, they represent separate phases in the provider enrollment journey, each with unique requirements, timelines, and outcomes. Knowing the difference between credentialing and contracting is essential […]

Read More

Contract Negotiation, Contracting, Credentialing, Credentialing and Contracting, credentialing challenges, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Payer Contracting

How Does AI Assist Medical Credentialing?

October 30, 2025 / admin / AI, AI Credentialing, Articles, Artificial Intelligence, Credentialing, Credentialing AI, Credentialing Automation, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Credentialing Workflows
AI Bot Assistance in Medical Credentialing

Medical credentialing has long been one of healthcare’s most time-intensive administrative processes. The traditional approach involves mountains of paperwork, manual verification of credentials, and weeks or months of waiting for approvals. Today, artificial intelligence is reshaping this landscape, bringing speed, accuracy, and efficiency to a process that affects every healthcare provider’s ability to practice and […]

Read More

AI, AI Credentialing, Artificial Intelligence, Credentialing, Credentialing AI, Credentialing Automation, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Credentialing Workflows

What Comes First: Credentialing or Contracting?

September 18, 2025 / admin / Articles, Contract Negotiation, Contracting, Credentialing, Credentialing and Contracting, Credentialing Challenges, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Payer Contracting
Twin White Male Medical Doctors Looking at Each Other

Healthcare providers entering the world of insurance partnerships face a chicken-and-egg dilemma that can make even seasoned professionals scratch their heads. Should you get credentialed first, or should you secure contracts before diving into the credentialing process? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think, and knowing the nuances can save you months of […]

Read More

Contract Negotiation, Contracting, Credentialing, Credentialing and Contracting, credentialing challenges, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Software, Credentialing Technology, Payer Contracting

What Payers Don’t Want You to Know About Credentialing

September 8, 2025 / admin / Articles, Credentialing, Credentialing Challenges, Credentialing Delays, Credentialing Denials, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Technology, Denied Credentialing, Medical Credentialing, Recredentialing
Black Male Payer Contracting Expert

Healthcare providers entering the world of insurance credentialing often find themselves in a tangled, difficult process that seems designed to frustrate rather than facilitate. While insurance companies present credentialing as a necessary quality assurance measure, the reality is far more complex. Behind the official explanations and standardized forms lies a strategic system that serves the […]

Read More

Credentialing, Credentialing AI, Credentialing Applications, credentialing challenges, Credentialing Delays, Credentialing Denials, Credentialing Documentation, Credentialing Technology, Medical Credentialing, Recredentialing

Recent Posts

  • White Male Medical Doctor in need of Credentialing, at Hospital

    Provider Credentialing Explained: Timelines, Docs & Tips

  • Group of Ethnically Diverse Credentialing Specialists

    Get Credentialed with Medicare

  • Medical Technologists Talking Credentialing, Contracting

    30 Medical Credentialing Use Cases

  • Getting credentialed after a move or relocation. Female provider packing.

    Credentialing After Relocating Your Medical Practice

  • Medical Billing Trends in 2026

    Emerging Medical Billing Trends in 2026

  • Group of Ethnically Diverse Medical Credentialers

    Get Credentialed with Medicaid

Practices Served

  • Behavioral Health
  • Primary Care
  • DME
  • Home Health
  • Urgent Care
  • Cardiology
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
  • Substance Abuse
  • Speech Therapy
  • Genetic Testing
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Pharmacogenetic (PGx)
  • Toxicology
  • Allergy Testing
  • Oncology
  • Pathology
  • OBGYN
  • Internal Medicine
  • Podiatry
  • Biologics and Specialty Drugs
  • Telestroke and Teleneurology
  • Digital Therapeutics (DTx)
  • Remote Patient Monitoring
  • Remote Therapeutic Monitoring
  • Home Infusion Therapy
  • Sleep Study Labs
  • Physical Therapy (PT)
  • Occupational Therapy
  • COVID-19 Testing

Practices Served

  • Behavioral Health
  • Primary Care
  • DME
  • Home Health
  • Urgent Care
  • Cardiology
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
  • Substance Abuse
  • Speech Therapy
  • Genetic Testing
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Pharmacogenetic (PGx)
  • Toxicology
  • Allergy Testing
  • Oncology
  • Pathology
  • OBGYN
  • Internal Medicine
  • Podiatry
  • Biologics and Specialty Drugs
  • Telestroke and Teleneurology
  • Digital Therapeutics (DTx)
  • Remote Patient Monitoring
  • Remote Therapeutic Monitoring
  • Home Infusion Therapy
  • Sleep Study Labs
  • Physical Therapy (PT)
  • Occupational Therapy
  • COVID-19 Testing

Recent Posts

  • White Male Medical Doctor in need of Credentialing, at Hospital

    Provider Credentialing Explained: Timelines, Docs & Tips

  • Group of Ethnically Diverse Credentialing Specialists

    Get Credentialed with Medicare

  • Medical Technologists Talking Credentialing, Contracting

    30 Medical Credentialing Use Cases

  • Getting credentialed after a move or relocation. Female provider packing.

    Credentialing After Relocating Your Medical Practice

  • Medical Billing Trends in 2026

    Emerging Medical Billing Trends in 2026

  • Group of Ethnically Diverse Medical Credentialers

    Get Credentialed with Medicaid

  • Healthcare Executive Discussing Credentialing Bottlenecks

    Credentialing Bottlenecks: How to Fix Slow Onboarding

  • White Male Doctor Talking to a Female Hispanic Woman

    Group NPI or Individual NPI: Which Fits Your Practice?

  • White Male Doctor Challenged by RCM

    How to Manage the 5 Biggest Challenges in RCM

Quick Links

  • About Medwave
  • Who We Serve
  • Book a Consultation
  • Google Reviews
  • Testimonials
  • CAQH ProView Form
  • On-Boarding Documentation Checklist
  • Billing / Credentialing Specialties
  • Regions Served
  • New Practice
  • Medical Credentialing
  • Recredentialing
  • Payer Contracting
  • Rate Negotiations
  • Medical Billing
  • Denial Management
  • HL7 Integration
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
  • A/R Recovery
  • Telehealth Billing
  • Revenue Cycle Consulting
  • CPT Code Category Index
  • FAQ
  • Pricing
  • Blog
  • Videos
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Contact

Quick Connect

  • (412) 219-4789
  • Fax: (866) 422-9277
  • Contact Us
    • Linkedin
    • YouTube
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram

Medwave @ Goodfirms

Medwave | Alignable

Medwave @ Inc. 5000

Medwave is HIPAA CompliantMedwave SOC 2, Type 2

All Systems Operational

© 2026, Medwave Medical Billing, LLC. | Cranberry Township, PA, 16066 | Phone: (412) 219-4789 | Sitemap | Privacy Policy