PAW

BCBS Prefix PAW

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

North Carolina • Medicare Advantage, HMO, Traditional Indemnity

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 214-4844
Electronic payer ID
SB865
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 35, Durham, NC 27702
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 214-4844

Coverage under prefix PAW

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.

HMO

This prefix is linked to an HMO plan. Health Maintenance Organization coverage requires members to use in-network providers and coordinate care through a designated primary care physician. Referrals are typically required for specialist visits. Claims submitted without proper referral documentation may be denied.

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.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

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