ZUQ

BCBS Prefix ZUQ

Anthem Blue Cross

California • High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), POS, Medicaid

Billing essentials

Provider phone
(855) 871-4899
Electronic payer ID
47198
Claims mailing address
P.O. Box 60007, Los Angeles, CA 90060
Timely filing limit
90 daysCompare all plans
Prior authorization phone
(888) 831-2246

Coverage under prefix ZUQ

HDHP

Under this HDHP prefix, the member's plan has a higher deductible than traditional coverage. This affects patient cost-sharing but does not change how claims are submitted or processed. Use the same payer ID, claims address, and filing procedures listed above. Verify the member's remaining deductible before estimating patient responsibility.

POS

This is a Point of Service (POS) prefix. POS plans offer flexibility similar to a PPO but incentivize in-network care through lower cost-sharing. Members designate a primary care physician who can issue referrals for the highest level of benefits. Out-of-network claims are covered but at significantly reduced rates.

Medicaid

Medicaid managed care under this BCBS prefix means the state has contracted with this plan to administer Medicaid benefits. Balance billing Medicaid members is prohibited. Timely filing requirements may follow state Medicaid rules rather than the plan's commercial deadlines. Contact the plan to confirm submission requirements.

About Anthem Blue Cross

Health insurance provider offering Medicare, Medicaid, commercial, dental and vision plans to over 8 million California members. Independent licensee of the Blue Cross Association founded in 1937.