TFI

BCBS Prefix TFI

Blue Cross of Idaho

Idaho • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Medicaid, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(208) 286-3656
Electronic payer ID
BLUEC
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 7408, Boise, ID 83707
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(208) 395-8210

Coverage under prefix TFI

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.

Medicaid

Medicaid managed care under this BCBS prefix means the state has contracted with this plan to administer Medicaid benefits. Balance billing Medicaid members is prohibited. Timely filing requirements may follow state Medicaid rules rather than the plan's commercial deadlines. Contact the plan to confirm submission requirements.

EPO

This prefix is associated with an EPO plan. Exclusive Provider Organization coverage combines elements of HMO and PPO plans: members must stay in-network like an HMO, but can self-refer to specialists like a PPO. Out-of-network services are not covered except for emergencies.

About Blue Cross of Idaho

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