C8A

BCBS Prefix C8A

Anthem Blue Cross

California • Traditional Indemnity, Medicaid, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(855) 871-4899
Electronic payer ID
47198
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 60007, Los Angeles, CA 90060
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(888) 831-2246

Coverage under prefix C8A

Traditional Indemnity

Traditional indemnity coverage under this prefix is a fee-for-service plan. Members can see any provider without network restrictions or referral requirements. The plan reimburses a set percentage of usual and customary charges. Claims are submitted directly to the payer listed above.

Medicaid

This prefix includes Medicaid managed care coverage. The BCBS plan administers Medicaid benefits on behalf of the state. Claims submission, prior authorization, and reimbursement rules may follow state Medicaid guidelines rather than the plan's standard commercial policies. Confirm the correct payer ID for Medicaid claims.

EPO

This prefix is associated with an EPO plan. Exclusive Provider Organization coverage combines elements of HMO and PPO plans: members must stay in-network like an HMO, but can self-refer to specialists like a PPO. Out-of-network services are not covered except for emergencies.

About Anthem Blue Cross

Health insurance provider offering Medicare, Medicaid, commercial, dental and vision plans to over 8 million California members. Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Association founded in 1937.