P9D

BCBS Prefix P9D

Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

New York • HDHP, Medicare Advantage, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 397-1630
Electronic payer ID
00803
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 1407, Church Street Station, New York, NY 10008
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 397-1630

Coverage under prefix P9D

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.

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.

EPO

This is an Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) prefix. EPO plans do not cover out-of-network care except in genuine emergencies. Members can see any in-network specialist without a referral from their primary care physician. Claims for out-of-network non-emergency services will be denied.

About Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

Part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, serving New York members with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans.