GHS

BCBS Prefix GHS

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

New York • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), HMO, POS

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 278-1247
Electronic payer ID
00805
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 21146 Eagan, MN 55121
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 278-1247

Coverage under prefix GHS

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.

HMO

Under this HMO prefix, the member's coverage is limited to the plan's provider network. Care is coordinated through a primary care physician. Specialist visits require a referral from the PCP. When billing, confirm that the referring provider and the referral authorization number are included on the claim.

POS

This is a Point of Service (POS) prefix. POS plans offer flexibility similar to a PPO but incentivize in-network care through lower cost-sharing. Members designate a primary care physician who can issue referrals for the highest level of benefits. Out-of-network claims are covered but at significantly reduced rates.

About Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

Health insurance company serving Central New York and surrounding regions with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans.