EMO

BCBS Prefix EMO

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

Louisiana • EPO, POS, PPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 495-2583
Electronic payer ID
23738
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 98045, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9045
Timely filing limit
450 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 495-2583
Provider website
https://www.lablue.com

Coverage under prefix EMO

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.

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.

PPO

Under this PPO prefix, members are covered for both in-network and out-of-network care. The plan pays a higher percentage of allowed charges when members use participating providers. No gatekeeper or primary care referral is required. Verify the member's specific benefits for cost-sharing details.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

Independent licensee providing health insurance coverage in Louisiana with commercial and Medicaid plans.