PTX

BCBS Prefix PTX

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana

Montana • Traditional Indemnity, POS, PPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 447-7828
Electronic payer ID
MTBLS
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 660, Billings, MT 59103
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 447-7828
Provider website
https://www.mtblue.com

Coverage under prefix PTX

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.

POS

POS coverage under this prefix operates on a tiered system. Tier 1 (in-network with referral) provides the highest coverage. Tier 2 (in-network without referral) provides moderate coverage. Tier 3 (out-of-network) provides the lowest coverage. Verify which tier applies before submitting the claim.

PPO

PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) plans allow members to visit any healthcare provider without a referral. In-network providers cost less, but out-of-network care is still covered at a reduced rate. When billing for a PPO plan, submit claims directly to the payer listed above. No referral documentation is needed.

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana

Independent licensee serving Montana members with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans.