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BT2021104: IHCP establishes MCE network participation request effective date policy
Indiana Medicaid (IHCP)·IN·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Indiana Health Coverage Programs (IHCP) established a new policy for managed care entity (MCE) network participation requests. Effective January 1, 2022, all new provider network participation requests will have an effective date of the first of the month following receipt of the complete request, regardless of contract execution or credentialing completion dates.
Action Required
For providers seeking to join Indiana Medicaid MCE networks: Submit complete network participation requests with all required fields and supporting documentation via online portal, email, postal mail, or fax. Hold all claims until receiving final welcome letter from MCE confirming network effectiveness. Ensure IHCP enrollment and effectiveness is completed before MCE network participation.