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OB/GYN Credentialing in Virginia

Virginia 90-120 days Last reviewed September 2026

OB-GYN credentialing in Virginia involves coordination with hospital credentialing bodies at major maternity care systems including Sentara, Inova, and VCU Health. The state's Medicaid program covers a significant portion of Virginia births, making Cardinal Care MCO enrollment essential for obstetric providers. Anthem HealthKeepers Plus and Molina Healthcare of Virginia are the primary Medicaid MCOs for maternity services. Malpractice history review is thorough at Virginia commercial payers given obstetric litigation risk. ACOG membership and ABOG certification are universally required. The state's rural maternity care deserts in Southside Virginia and the Northern Neck create elevated demand for telehealth OB-GYN services, and payer telehealth credentialing requirements have been evolving rapidly. Arctic Health ensures Virginia OB-GYN credentialing applications include all required hospital, Medicaid, and commercial payer documentation in a single coordinated submission.

Virginia Medical Board

Phone
(804) 367-4600

OB/GYN Requirements in Virginia

ABOG board certification in obstetrics and gynecology
Virginia Board of Medicine license
Hospital privilege letters from delivering hospitals
Cardinal Care MCO enrollment for Medicaid maternity services

Estimated Timeline

90-120 days
For OB/GYN providers in Virginia

Top Payers for OB/GYN in Virginia

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Virginia Anthem HealthKeepers Plus (Medicaid) Molina Healthcare of Virginia UnitedHealthcare Aetna

Frequently Asked Questions

How important is Medicaid enrollment for OB-GYNs in Virginia?

Virginia Medicaid covers a substantial share of births in many localities, particularly in rural and urban underserved areas. Cardinal Care MCO enrollment is essential for practices serving a full-spectrum patient population.

Do Virginia hospitals credential OB-GYNs separately from commercial payers?

Yes. Hospital privileging is an independent process from payer credentialing. We coordinate both simultaneously to minimize total time before a provider can deliver babies and bill for services.

Reviewed by Arctic Health Team , Credentialing Specialists

Last reviewed: September 2026

Information on this page reflects our experience as of September 2026. Credentialing requirements, payer processes, and state regulations may change. Contact us or check the relevant state medical board and payer websites for the most current requirements. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice.

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