GJR

BCBS Prefix GJR

Blue Shield of California

California • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), EPO, PPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 468-9935
Electronic payer ID
94036
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 272630, Chico, CA 95927-2630
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 541-6652

Coverage under prefix GJR

HDHP

Under this HDHP prefix, the member's plan has a higher deductible than traditional coverage. This affects patient cost-sharing but does not change how claims are submitted or processed. Use the same payer ID, claims address, and filing procedures listed above. Verify the member's remaining deductible before estimating patient responsibility.

EPO

EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) plans require members to use in-network providers, similar to an HMO. The key difference is that referrals are usually not required to see a specialist. Out-of-network care is not covered except in emergency situations. Submit claims to the payer listed above.

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 Shield of California

Nonprofit health plan providing 6 million Californians with affordable healthcare coverage including HMO, PPO, dental, and vision plans for individuals, families, and employers.