ZLW

BCBS Prefix ZLW

Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield

Oregon/Idaho/Utah/Washington • Medicare Advantage, Traditional Indemnity, EPO

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(800) 253-0838
Electronic payer ID
84980
Claims mailing address
200 SW Market St, Portland, OR 97201-5715
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(800) 253-0838

Coverage under prefix ZLW

Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage (MA) coverage means this member receives their Medicare benefits through a private BCBS plan rather than through original Medicare. MA plans may have different payer IDs and claims addresses than the commercial plan. Check with the payer to confirm the correct submission details for Medicare Advantage claims.

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.

EPO

EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) plans require members to use in-network providers, similar to an HMO. The key difference is that referrals are usually not required to see a specialist. Out-of-network care is not covered except in emergency situations. Submit claims to the payer listed above.

About Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield

Regence Group Administrators providing plans across Oregon, Idaho, Utah and Washington regions with commercial, Medicare and Medicaid options.