For facilities
Outpatient Facility, Psychiatric Hospital, and Residential Treatment Center
Upon submission of a completed application packet, Blue Shield will begin the review process. If the application is approved to move forward, you will be contacted to begin the contracting process.
Applications are to be dated no more than thirty days from submission and either emailed or faxed to:
Email: BH_Facilities@blueshieldca.com
Fax: (844) 611-9577
The standard turnaround time for processing completed applications is between 45 and 60 days.
For general inquiries and status related to credentialing, please contact:
Email: BH_Facilities@blueshieldca.com
For NEW individual providers/provider groups
MD, NP, Psychologist, LMFT, LCSW, and LPCC
Upon submission of a completed application packet, signed contract, and rates as outlined, the credentialing process will begin.
Individual provider/Provider group application
Applications are to be dated no more than thirty days from submission and either emailed or faxed to:
Email: bsc_specialtynetmmgt@blueshieldca.com
Fax: (844) 611-9577
The standard turnaround time for processing completed applications is between 45 and 60 days.
For EXISTING individual providers/provider groups
MD, NP, Psychologist, LMFT, LCSW, and LPCC
For general inquiries and status related to credentialing, please contact:
Email: specialtynetworkspr@blueshieldca.com
To add a new provider to an existing group roster, complete the application below.
Individual provider/Provider group application
Applications are to be dated no more than thirty days from submission and either emailed or faxed to:
Email: bsc_specialtynetmmgt@blueshieldca.com
Fax: (844) 611-9577
The standard turnaround time for processing completed applications is between 45 and 60 days.
Processing and participation
The application and corresponding documents are reviewed and formally approved or denied by Blue Shield’s Credentialing Committee. Upon approval, the Contracting Department will send a welcome letter with the contract effective date.
Services rendered to Blue Shield members prior to this effective date will process as out-of-network.
Providers who are interested in joining Magellan's network may call (800) 788-4005 or email CaliforniaProvider@MagellanHealth.com.