PEN

BCBS Prefix PEN

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

New York • Traditional Indemnity, Medicaid, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(866) 763-3224
Electronic payer ID
03036
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 890089, Camp Hill, PA 17089-0089
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(866) 763-3224

Coverage under prefix PEN

Traditional Indemnity

This prefix includes traditional indemnity coverage. Indemnity plans are the oldest form of health insurance and offer maximum provider choice with no network restrictions. Members pay a percentage of charges after meeting their deductible. Reimbursement is based on reasonable and customary rates for the service area.

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.

EPO

This prefix is associated with an EPO plan. Exclusive Provider Organization coverage combines elements of HMO and PPO plans: members must stay in-network like an HMO, but can self-refer to specialists like a PPO. Out-of-network services are not covered except for emergencies.

About Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Highmark Inc. providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans in Pennsylvania.