VJJ

BCBS Prefix VJJ

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

Michigan • Medicaid, Traditional Indemnity, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 344-8525
Electronic payer ID
SB711
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 312500, Detroit, MI 48231-2500
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 344-8525
Provider website
https://www.bcbsm.com

Coverage under prefix VJJ

Medicaid

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicaid coverage managed by this BCBS plan. Medicaid claims have specific rules around cost-sharing, balance billing, and timely filing that override the plan's standard commercial policies. Contact the plan's Medicaid provider services line for submission details.

Traditional Indemnity

Under this indemnity prefix, the member has fee-for-service coverage. There is no provider network, no referral requirement, and no primary care physician gatekeeper. Claims are processed based on the plan's fee schedule. While less common than managed care plans, indemnity coverage is still offered by some BCBS companies.

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 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving Michigan.