MDG

BCBS Prefix MDG

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

Michigan • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Traditional Indemnity, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 344-8525
Electronic payer ID
SB711
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 312500, Detroit, MI 48231-2500
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 344-8525
Provider website
https://www.bcbsm.com

Coverage under prefix MDG

HDHP

HDHP coverage under this prefix means the member carries a higher annual deductible in exchange for lower monthly premiums. Claims are processed normally but the member's cost-sharing will be higher than standard plans until the deductible is met. Preventive services are typically the exception and are covered at no cost to the member.

Traditional Indemnity

This is a traditional indemnity prefix. Unlike managed care plans (HMO, PPO, EPO), indemnity plans do not use provider networks. There are no referral requirements and no restrictions on which providers the member can see. Submit claims to the payer listed above for reimbursement at the plan's allowed rate.

Medicare Advantage

This prefix includes Medicare Advantage coverage. MA plans follow CMS guidelines for timely filing (365 days from date of service), which may differ from the commercial plan's deadline. The payer ID for Medicare Advantage claims may differ from the standard commercial payer ID. Verify before submitting.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving Michigan.