EBW

BCBS Prefix EBW

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

Tennessee • Traditional Indemnity, EPO, PPO

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 EBW

Traditional Indemnity

Traditional indemnity coverage means the member has fee-for-service insurance with no network limitations. Any licensed provider can be seen without referrals. Claims are reimbursed based on usual, customary, and reasonable (UCR) charges. The member typically pays a deductible and a percentage of allowed charges.

EPO

EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) plans require members to use in-network providers, similar to an HMO. The key difference is that referrals are usually not required to see a specialist. Out-of-network care is not covered except in emergency situations. Submit claims to the payer listed above.

PPO

This prefix is associated with a PPO plan. Preferred Provider Organization coverage gives members flexibility to see specialists without referrals and to use out-of-network providers at higher cost-sharing. Claims can be submitted for both in-network and out-of-network services, though reimbursement rates differ.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

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