GGE

BCBS Prefix GGE

Premera Blue Cross

Washington • Traditional Indemnity, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), PPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(877) 342-5258
Electronic payer ID
00851
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 91059, Seattle, WA 98111-9159
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(877) 342-5258

Coverage under prefix GGE

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.

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.

PPO

PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) plans allow members to visit any healthcare provider without a referral. In-network providers cost less, but out-of-network care is still covered at a reduced rate. When billing for a PPO plan, submit claims directly to the payer listed above. No referral documentation is needed.

About Premera Blue Cross

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