BCH

BCBS Prefix BCH

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Arkansas • Medicare Advantage, EPO, HMO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(501) 378-2364
Electronic payer ID
00520
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 2181, Little Rock, AR 72203
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 482-8416

Coverage under prefix BCH

Medicare Advantage

This prefix includes Medicare Advantage coverage. MA plans follow CMS guidelines for timely filing (365 days from date of service), which may differ from the commercial plan's deadline. The payer ID for Medicare Advantage claims may differ from the standard commercial payer ID. Verify before submitting.

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.

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.

About Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Non-profit health insurance company providing coverage to Arkansas members with commercial and Medicaid plans. Member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.