F5A

BCBS Prefix F5A

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

Minnesota • Medicaid, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(651) 662-5200
Electronic payer ID
CBMN1
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 64560, St. Paul, MN 55164-0560
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(651) 662-5200

Coverage under prefix F5A

Medicaid

Medicaid managed care under this BCBS prefix means the state has contracted with this plan to administer Medicaid benefits. Balance billing Medicaid members is prohibited. Timely filing requirements may follow state Medicaid rules rather than the plan's commercial deadlines. Contact the plan to confirm submission requirements.

HDHP

HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) coverage means the member has a higher deductible than traditional plans, often paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Most services require the member to pay out-of-pocket until the deductible is met. Preventive care is typically covered before the deductible. Submit claims normally to the payer listed above.

EPO

This prefix is associated with an EPO plan. Exclusive Provider Organization coverage combines elements of HMO and PPO plans: members must stay in-network like an HMO, but can self-refer to specialists like a PPO. Out-of-network services are not covered except for emergencies.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving Minnesota members.