ULK

BCBS Prefix ULK

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York

New York • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Traditional Indemnity, Medicaid

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 547-3627
Electronic payer ID
SB430
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 15013, Albany, NY 12212
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 547-3627

Coverage under prefix ULK

HDHP

HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) coverage means the member has a higher deductible than traditional plans, often paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Most services require the member to pay out-of-pocket until the deductible is met. Preventive care is typically covered before the deductible. Submit claims normally to the payer listed above.

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.

Medicaid

Medicaid coverage under this prefix means the member's Medicaid benefits are administered by a BCBS managed care plan. Medicaid managed care claims may have different submission requirements, payer IDs, and timely filing deadlines than commercial claims. Verify the specific Medicaid plan details with the payer.

About Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York

Highmark Western and Northeastern New York Inc. providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans in Western New York region.