M8A

BCBS Prefix M8A

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Colorado

Colorado • HMO, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Traditional Indemnity

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 676-2583
Electronic payer ID
00050
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 105557, Atlanta, GA 30348-5557
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(844) 396-2330

Coverage under prefix M8A

HMO

HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plans require members to choose a primary care physician (PCP) and obtain referrals before seeing specialists. Out-of-network services are generally not covered except in emergencies. Claims must be submitted to the payer listed above and should include referral authorization when applicable.

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.

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.

About Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Colorado

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving more than 1.5 million Coloradans with commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid plans. Operates in all Colorado counties.