MLE

BCBS Prefix MLE

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Illinois • Medicaid, Traditional Indemnity, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(877) 860-2837
Electronic payer ID
00621
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 650712 Dallas, TX 75265-0712
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 654-7385

Coverage under prefix MLE

Medicaid

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicaid coverage managed by this BCBS plan. Medicaid claims have specific rules around cost-sharing, balance billing, and timely filing that override the plan's standard commercial policies. Contact the plan's Medicaid provider services line for submission details.

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.

Medicare Advantage

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicare Advantage coverage administered by this BCBS plan. MA claims are subject to CMS regulations in addition to the plan's own policies. Balance billing restrictions apply. Verify the member's specific MA plan details and confirm the correct payer ID for electronic submission.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

State's only statewide customer-owned health insurer and independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Serves Illinois with commercial, Medicare, Medicaid and other plans.