- EFT Payments Issued as Checks:CareFirst identified on or around May 10 an issue in which some providers who were set up to receive ACH/EFT payments instead received paper checks. This issue remains under active investigation. Providers do not need to take any action at this time. We are working toward resolution and will continue to share updates as more information becomes available, including expected timing.
- ERAs Reflecting Check Information Instead of ACH:CareFirst is aware of an issue in which some Electronic Remittance Advices (ERAs) reflected check payment information instead of ACH/EFT details. This issue was resolved on May 29, 2026. CareFirst is currently working to reissue impacted ERAs to include the correct ACH/EFT information. Providers do not need to take any action at this time.
- PreAuth/Provider Portal/CFD applications will be unavailable Sat,July 18 from 8AM to 2PM and Sun, July 19 from 8AM to 2PM
How To Apply
If you participate with multiple insurance carriers and would like to apply online through the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare (CAQH) online application, visit our CAQH Provider Data Portal page.
Providers interested in applying for both our medical and dental networks may apply through the CAQH online application or use the Dental Provider Application. A written notification must also be sent to CareFirst along with your application or CAQH data sheet to alert us that you wish to apply to both networks.
To apply directly to CareFirst, follow the instructions below.
Credentialing Requirements for Dental Providers
The following information is required:
View the Dental Provider Application Instructions for more information.
Email your completed credentialing materials to:
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Attn: Dental Provider Networks and Credentialing
Email: dentalcontracting@carefirst.com