YYG

BCBS Prefix YYG

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

New York • Medicaid, HMO, Medicare Advantage

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(866) 763-3224
Electronic payer ID
03036
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 890089, Camp Hill, PA 17089-0089
Timely filing limit
365 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(866) 763-3224

Coverage under prefix YYG

Medicaid

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicaid coverage managed by this BCBS plan. Medicaid claims have specific rules around cost-sharing, balance billing, and timely filing that override the plan's standard commercial policies. Contact the plan's Medicaid provider services line for submission details.

HMO

Under this HMO prefix, the member's coverage is limited to the plan's provider network. Care is coordinated through a primary care physician. Specialist visits require a referral from the PCP. When billing, confirm that the referring provider and the referral authorization number are included on the claim.

Medicare Advantage

Under this prefix, the member may have Medicare Advantage coverage administered by this BCBS plan. MA claims are subject to CMS regulations in addition to the plan's own policies. Balance billing restrictions apply. Verify the member's specific MA plan details and confirm the correct payer ID for electronic submission.

About Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Highmark Inc. providing commercial, Medicare and Medicaid plans in Pennsylvania.