EMV

BCBS Prefix EMV

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Alabama • POS, Traditional Indemnity, PPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(205) 220-6899
Electronic payer ID
00510
Claims mailing address
450 Riverchase Parkway East, Birmingham, AL 35244-2858
Timely filing limit
730 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(205) 988-2245

Coverage under prefix EMV

POS

Under this POS prefix, the member can access care both in-network and out-of-network, with cost-sharing that varies based on how the care is accessed. In-network care coordinated through the member's PCP has the lowest out-of-pocket cost. Include referral documentation when billing at the in-network benefit level.

Traditional Indemnity

This prefix includes traditional indemnity coverage. Indemnity plans are the oldest form of health insurance and offer maximum provider choice with no network restrictions. Members pay a percentage of charges after meeting their deductible. Reimbursement is based on reasonable and customary rates for the service area.

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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

Nonprofit health insurance company providing coverage to over 3 million members in Alabama. Member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association since 1936.