It’s very common for Kentucky providers to reach out for insurance credentialing and realize they don’t know their Kentucky Medicaid ID number  — or aren’t even sure one exists. Your Kentucky Medicaid Provider ID  is not publicly listed  and isn’t something you can easily look up online. If you were enrolled in Kentucky Medicaid at any point, the ID must be requested directly from Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services (DMS)  by the provider. For group practices or organizations, this...

These are some of the most common questions I get and things providers usually don’t know. And honestly, why would you? No one teaches this. These are just a few nuggets I’ve picked up over the last five years. Anthem requires CAQH re-attestation every 90 days.  This is important for maintaining your in-network status. If you manage your own CAQH, set a reminder to re-attest every 90 days so this doesn’t get missed. Enrolling in Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA / 835 / payment reports)...

(and Common Mistakes to Avoid) January brings more than new deductibles and insurance changes. It also marks the beginning of a new financial year for your practice—one that can either feel more organized and predictable, or more stressful and reactive, depending on what’s in place now. This post isn’t about filling out tax forms or giving financial advice. It’s about the systems and habits that make tax season easier  and reduce unpleasant surprises later in the year. Whether you’re in solo...