WYP

BCBS Prefix WYP

Premera Blue Cross

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

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(877) 342-5258
Electronic payer ID
00851
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 91059, Seattle, WA 98111-9159
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(877) 342-5258

Coverage under prefix WYP

PPO

This prefix is associated with a PPO plan. Preferred Provider Organization coverage gives members flexibility to see specialists without referrals and to use out-of-network providers at higher cost-sharing. Claims can be submitted for both in-network and out-of-network services, though reimbursement rates differ.

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.

Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage coverage under this prefix means the plan administers Medicare Part A and Part B benefits on behalf of CMS. These claims may have different processing rules than commercial claims, including different prior authorization requirements and appeal timelines. CMS timely filing rules (365 days) typically apply.

About Premera Blue Cross

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