HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plans require members to choose a primary care physician (PCP) and obtain referrals before seeing specialists. Out-of-network services are generally not covered except in emergencies. Claims must be submitted to the payer listed above and should include referral authorization when applicable.
Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving Minnesota members. Billing note: payer ID CBMN1 (Change Healthcare) is valid for MN-based providers only; out-of-state providers bill their local BCBS plan. Commercial/Medicare alt payer ID: 00720.