Q5Q

BCBS Prefix Q5Q

Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska

Alaska • Traditional Indemnity, POS, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 722-1471
Electronic payer ID
00430
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 91059, Seattle, WA 98111
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 722-1471

Coverage under prefix Q5Q

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.

POS

Under this POS prefix, the member can access care both in-network and out-of-network, with cost-sharing that varies based on how the care is accessed. In-network care coordinated through the member's PCP has the lowest out-of-pocket cost. Include referral documentation when billing at the in-network benefit level.

Medicare Advantage

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicare Advantage coverage administered by this BCBS plan. MA claims are subject to CMS regulations in addition to the plan's own policies. Balance billing restrictions apply. Verify the member's specific MA plan details and confirm the correct payer ID for electronic submission.

About Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska

Premera Blue Cross has operated in Alaska since 1957. Serves over 500,000 members. Part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.