VFT

BCBS Prefix VFT

Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

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

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 397-1630
Electronic payer ID
00803
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 1407, Church Street Station, New York, NY 10008
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 397-1630

Coverage under prefix VFT

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 coverage under this prefix means the member can access any provider. In-network providers have negotiated rates with the plan, while out-of-network providers are reimbursed based on usual and customary charges. Prior authorization is generally not required for routine services but may be needed for high-cost procedures.

HMO

This is a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) prefix. HMO plans have stricter routing requirements than PPO plans. Members select a PCP who manages their care and issues referrals. Claims for specialist services should include the referral number. Out-of-network claims will typically be denied unless emergency criteria are met.

About Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

Part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, serving New York members with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans.