VBC

BCBS Prefix VBC

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine

Maine • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), EPO, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 676-2583
Electronic payer ID
00070
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 533, North Haven, CT 06473-4201
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 676-2583

Coverage under prefix VBC

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.

EPO

Under this EPO prefix, the member has no out-of-network coverage for routine care. However, unlike HMO plans, no referral is needed to see a specialist within the network. When billing, confirm the provider's network participation status with the plan before submitting the claim.

Medicare Advantage

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicare Advantage coverage administered by this BCBS plan. MA claims are subject to CMS regulations in addition to the plan's own policies. Balance billing restrictions apply. Verify the member's specific MA plan details and confirm the correct payer ID for electronic submission.

About Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association providing coverage in Maine.