WAF

BCBS Prefix WAF

Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska

Alaska • PPO, Medicare Advantage, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 722-1471
Electronic payer ID
00430
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 91059, Seattle, WA 98111
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 722-1471

Coverage under prefix WAF

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.

HDHP

This prefix is associated with a High-Deductible Health Plan. HDHP members pay more out-of-pocket before insurance coverage begins. These plans are commonly paired with HSA or HRA accounts. When billing, be aware that the member may have significant cost-sharing responsibility until their annual deductible is satisfied.

About Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska

Premera Blue Cross has operated in Alaska since 1957. Serves over 500,000 members. Part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.