VII

BCBS Prefix VII

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Arizona • PPO, Medicare Advantage, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(844) 995-2583
Electronic payer ID
53589
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 2924, Phoenix, AZ 85062-2924
Timely filing limit
180 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(602) 864-4320

Coverage under prefix VII

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.

Medicare Advantage

This prefix includes Medicare Advantage coverage. MA plans follow CMS guidelines for timely filing (365 days from date of service), which may differ from the commercial plan's deadline. The payer ID for Medicare Advantage claims may differ from the standard commercial payer ID. Verify before submitting.

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 Blue Shield of Arizona

Non-profit health insurance company and independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving more than 2 million members across Arizona with commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare plans.