WQT

BCBS Prefix WQT

Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

South Carolina • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), POS, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 731-2300
Electronic payer ID
00980
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 100300, Columbia, SC 29202
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 731-2300

Coverage under prefix WQT

HDHP

HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) coverage means the member has a higher deductible than traditional plans, often paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Most services require the member to pay out-of-pocket until the deductible is met. Preventive care is typically covered before the deductible. Submit claims normally to the payer listed above.

POS

POS coverage under this prefix operates on a tiered system. Tier 1 (in-network with referral) provides the highest coverage. Tier 2 (in-network without referral) provides moderate coverage. Tier 3 (out-of-network) provides the lowest coverage. Verify which tier applies before submitting the claim.

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.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

Independent licensee providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans to South Carolina members.