R5M

BCBS Prefix R5M

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia

Georgia • HMO, POS, Traditional Indemnity

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 241-7475
Electronic payer ID
00601
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 105557, Atlanta, GA 30348-5557
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(844) 396-2330

Coverage under prefix R5M

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.

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.

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 Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association providing commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid plans in Georgia.