HGR

BCBS Prefix HGR

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

Alabama • Traditional Indemnity, POS, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(205) 220-6899
Electronic payer ID
00510
Claims mailing address
450 Riverchase Parkway East, Birmingham, AL 35244-2858
Timely filing limit
730 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(205) 988-2245

Coverage under prefix HGR

Traditional Indemnity

Traditional indemnity coverage under this prefix is a fee-for-service plan. Members can see any provider without network restrictions or referral requirements. The plan reimburses a set percentage of usual and customary charges. Claims are submitted directly to the payer listed above.

POS

POS coverage under this prefix operates on a tiered system. Tier 1 (in-network with referral) provides the highest coverage. Tier 2 (in-network without referral) provides moderate coverage. Tier 3 (out-of-network) provides the lowest coverage. Verify which tier applies before submitting the claim.

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 Alabama

Nonprofit health insurance company providing coverage to over 3 million members in Alabama. Member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association since 1936.