SOQ

BCBS Prefix SOQ

Independence Blue Cross

Pennsylvania • HMO, PPO, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 275-2583
Electronic payer ID
54704
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 21974, Eagan, MN 55121
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 275-2583

Coverage under prefix SOQ

HMO

HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plans require members to choose a primary care physician (PCP) and obtain referrals before seeing specialists. Out-of-network services are generally not covered except in emergencies. Claims must be submitted to the payer listed above and should include referral authorization when applicable.

PPO

Under this PPO prefix, members are covered for both in-network and out-of-network care. The plan pays a higher percentage of allowed charges when members use participating providers. No gatekeeper or primary care referral is required. Verify the member's specific benefits for cost-sharing details.

HDHP

This is a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) prefix. These plans have minimum deductible thresholds set by the IRS. Members often use HSA funds to cover out-of-pocket costs. The plan's claims processing and payer ID are the same as the standard plan, but expect higher patient responsibility amounts on remittance.

About Independence Blue Cross

Nonprofit health insurance company serving seven million members nationwide with strongest presence in Philadelphia area and Southeastern Pennsylvania. Member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association for over 85 years.