Our Story
About TIOPA
Quality credentialing services connecting providers with premium healthcare networks across Texas.
Certified, physician-owned, and committed to excellence in healthcare administration.
1995
Established
9
Board Physicians
NCQA
Standards
01 — Foundation
Built on Certification
& Leadership
The core attributes that define who we are and how we operate – a physician-owned organization built from the ground up for the provider community.
Our Certification
Certified as a 5.01(a) association since July 1995, ensuring structured and compliant managed care agreements and strategic partnerships across Texas.
Physician-Owned IPA
Managed by a board of nine actively practicing Texas physicians deeply connected to healthcare provider communities – policies made by providers, for providers.
Credentialing Standards
Our credentialing processes follow NCQA standards, ensuring providers are verified to the highest industry benchmarks.
02 — Mission
Driven by
Purpose.
Statement of Mission
Our mission is to provide patients throughout Texas with access to quality, cost-effective medical care through a cohesive network of physicians committed to excellence.
Statement of Purpose
Organized exclusively for charitable purposes, we deliver public healthcare and educate communities on medical science and public health throughout Texas.
03 — Leadership
Physician
Leadership
A board of nine actively practicing Texas physicians – governance by providers, for providers.
Board of Directors
Nine actively practicing Texas physicians governing the organization – ensuring every policy is designed by healthcare providers, for healthcare providers.
Each board member brings extensive experience from their respective medical specialties and maintains an active practice, keeping TIOPA closely connected to the evolving needs of healthcare provider communities across Texas.
04 — Standards
Standards &
Compliance
Maintaining the highest standards in healthcare credentialing and administration across every partnership and engagement.
Credentialing Standards
Our credentialing processes are built around NCQA guidelines, ensuring providers in our network are verified to the highest industry benchmarks.
MCO Relationships
TIOPA maintains contracts with managed care organizations across Texas, streamlining provider enrollment through a single application process.
Legal Compliance
As a certified 5.01(a) association, we operate within strict legal frameworks that ensure transparent and compliant managed care partnerships.
Continuous Improvement
We continuously evaluate and enhance our processes to adapt to changing healthcare regulations and provider needs throughout Texas.