Molina Healthcare Provider Portal Registration Guide

This guide provides detailed instructions for registering with Availity Essentials, Molina Healthcare's exclusive provider portal. It outlines the necessary information required for registration, including physical and billing addresses, tax identification numbers, and national provider identifiers. The document also emphasizes the importance of mandatory annual Medicaid provider training, which is available virtually in a two-part series. Additionally, it highlights the requirement for annual Cultural Competency training mandated by the New Mexico Health Care Authority, ensuring equitable access to services for all members. The guide instructs providers on how to update their demographic information to maintain an accurate provider directory and comply with federal regulations regarding directory verification. It also mentions the new process for initial credentialing submissions, emphasizing the need to include an email address on forms. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive resource for providers to navigate registration and compliance with Molina Healthcare's requirements.