YAI

BCBS Prefix YAI

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Mississippi

Mississippi • Traditional Indemnity, High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 257-5825
Electronic payer ID
00230
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 1043, Jackson, MS 39205
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 257-5825

Coverage under prefix YAI

Traditional Indemnity

This is a traditional indemnity prefix. Unlike managed care plans (HMO, PPO, EPO), indemnity plans do not use provider networks. There are no referral requirements and no restrictions on which providers the member can see. Submit claims to the payer listed above for reimbursement at the plan's allowed rate.

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.

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 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Mississippi

Independent licensee serving Mississippi members with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans.