WSM

BCBS Prefix WSM

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin

Wisconsin • Traditional Indemnity, PPO, HMO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(855) 558-1443
Electronic payer ID
00246
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 105557, Atlanta, GA 30348-5557
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(855) 558-1443

Coverage under prefix WSM

Traditional Indemnity

Traditional indemnity coverage means the member has fee-for-service insurance with no network limitations. Any licensed provider can be seen without referrals. Claims are reimbursed based on usual, customary, and reasonable (UCR) charges. The member typically pays a deductible and a percentage of allowed charges.

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.

HMO

This prefix is linked to an HMO plan. Health Maintenance Organization coverage requires members to use in-network providers and coordinate care through a designated primary care physician. Referrals are typically required for specialist visits. Claims submitted without proper referral documentation may be denied.

About Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Wisconsin

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