SPJ

BCBS Prefix SPJ

Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

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

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 731-2300
Electronic payer ID
00980
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 100300, Columbia, SC 29202
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 731-2300

Coverage under prefix SPJ

HDHP

Under this HDHP prefix, the member's plan has a higher deductible than traditional coverage. This affects patient cost-sharing but does not change how claims are submitted or processed. Use the same payer ID, claims address, and filing procedures listed above. Verify the member's remaining deductible before estimating patient responsibility.

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.

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.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

Independent licensee providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans to South Carolina members.