GIG

BCBS Prefix GIG

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

Louisiana • PPO, Traditional Indemnity, EPO

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 GIG

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.

Traditional Indemnity

Under this indemnity prefix, the member has fee-for-service coverage. There is no provider network, no referral requirement, and no primary care physician gatekeeper. Claims are processed based on the plan's fee schedule. While less common than managed care plans, indemnity coverage is still offered by some BCBS companies.

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.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

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