How Long Does the Credentialing Process Typically Take?

Primary source credentialing usually takes 90-120 days, though it can extend to 180 days or longer depending on the complexity of your background and responsiveness of verification sources. Initial hospital credentialing often takes 120-180 days. Insurance payer credentialing varies widely, from 30-90 days for some plans to 120+ days for others. Factors that can delay the process include incomplete applications, delays from primary sources (medical schools, training programs, state boards), international education or training requiring additional verification, gaps in employment history, and high application volumes during certain times of year.