X5B

BCBS Prefix X5B

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut

Connecticut • Medicare Advantage, HMO, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 922-3242
Electronic payer ID
00060
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 533, North Haven, CT 06473-0533
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 922-3242

Coverage under prefix X5B

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.

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.

EPO

This prefix is associated with an EPO plan. Exclusive Provider Organization coverage combines elements of HMO and PPO plans: members must stay in-network like an HMO, but can self-refer to specialists like a PPO. Out-of-network services are not covered except for emergencies.

About Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut

Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association serving Connecticut members with commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid plans.