OBS

BCBS Prefix OBS

Blue Cross of Idaho

Idaho • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), HMO, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(208) 286-3656
Electronic payer ID
BLUEC
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 7408, Boise, ID 83707
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(208) 395-8210

Coverage under prefix OBS

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.

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.

Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage (MA) coverage means this member receives their Medicare benefits through a private BCBS plan rather than through original Medicare. MA plans may have different payer IDs and claims addresses than the commercial plan. Check with the payer to confirm the correct submission details for Medicare Advantage claims.

About Blue Cross of Idaho

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans in Idaho.