APK

BCBS Prefix APK

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Arizona • PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(844) 995-2583
Electronic payer ID
53589
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 2924, Phoenix, AZ 85062-2924
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(602) 864-4320

Coverage under prefix APK

PPO

Under this PPO prefix, members are covered for both in-network and out-of-network care. The plan pays a higher percentage of allowed charges when members use participating providers. No gatekeeper or primary care referral is required. Verify the member's specific benefits for cost-sharing details.

HMO

This is a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) prefix. HMO plans have stricter routing requirements than PPO plans. Members select a PCP who manages their care and issues referrals. Claims for specialist services should include the referral number. Out-of-network claims will typically be denied unless emergency criteria are met.

EPO

This is an Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) prefix. EPO plans do not cover out-of-network care except in genuine emergencies. Members can see any in-network specialist without a referral from their primary care physician. Claims for out-of-network non-emergency services will be denied.

Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage coverage under this prefix means the plan administers Medicare Part A and Part B benefits on behalf of CMS. These claims may have different processing rules than commercial claims, including different prior authorization requirements and appeal timelines. CMS timely filing rules (365 days) typically apply.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Non-profit health insurance company and independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving more than 2 million members across Arizona with commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare plans.