DUC

BCBS Prefix DUC

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

Tennessee • HMO, POS, HDHP

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 924-7141
Electronic payer ID
53767
Claims mailing address
1 Cameron Hill Circle, 3G2, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Timely filing limit
450 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 924-7141

Coverage under prefix DUC

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.

POS

POS coverage under this prefix operates on a tiered system. Tier 1 (in-network with referral) provides the highest coverage. Tier 2 (in-network without referral) provides moderate coverage. Tier 3 (out-of-network) provides the lowest coverage. Verify which tier applies before submitting the claim.

HDHP

This is a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) prefix. These plans have minimum deductible thresholds set by the IRS. Members often use HSA funds to cover out-of-pocket costs. The plan's claims processing and payer ID are the same as the standard plan, but expect higher patient responsibility amounts on remittance.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

Independent licensee providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans to Tennessee members.