OEW

BCBS Prefix OEW

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Dakota

North Dakota • Medicaid, HMO, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(844) 830-7715
Electronic payer ID
TSS
Claims mailing address
4510 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58121
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(844) 830-7715

Coverage under prefix OEW

Medicaid

Medicaid coverage under this prefix means the member's Medicaid benefits are administered by a BCBS managed care plan. Medicaid managed care claims may have different submission requirements, payer IDs, and timely filing deadlines than commercial claims. Verify the specific Medicaid plan details with the payer.

HMO

This is a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) prefix. HMO plans have stricter routing requirements than PPO plans. Members select a PCP who manages their care and issues referrals. Claims for specialist services should include the referral number. Out-of-network claims will typically be denied unless emergency criteria are met.

HDHP

HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) coverage means the member has a higher deductible than traditional plans, often paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Most services require the member to pay out-of-pocket until the deductible is met. Preventive care is typically covered before the deductible. Submit claims normally to the payer listed above.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Dakota

Independent licensee providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans to North Dakota members.