Bcbs of minnesota prior authorization phone number

The individual plan website is managed by Evolent Health for Premera and uses tools specifically for patients with individual plans.

If a member has an individual plan, their ID card will say Individual Plan. View an example member ID card.

View prefix list for Individual Plans.

Sign in now

Note: Google Chrome is the best browser to use for the individual plan website.

News and updates for individual plans

Identifi
You can submit a prior authorization for Premera Individual plan members using the Identifi online submission tool or you can fax the prior authorization form. View code list.

Access Identifi to submit a prior authorization request. Important: To prevent delays, check the prior authorization code list before submitting a request to see if review is required or should be submitted through AIM.

It takes 1-5 business days to process your access to Identifi. If you need to submit a prior authorization during the waiting period, which automatically starts once you've clicked on the link to the Individual Plan secure provider portal, you can fax your submission or call our utilization management team. You can also call the customer service number on the back of the member ID card. You'll receive a confirmation email once you have Identifi access.

Individual Prior Auth Tool Update

As of June 28, 2021, care notes, phone numbers, and fax numbers are required fields on the Identifi prior authorization tool.

Sending refund checks to Premera

A form isn't needed for sending us refund (overpayment) checks. You can submit requests in writing and include the following related to the overpayment:

  • Member first and last name and ID number
  • Date of service
  • Amount and reason for refund
  • Primary explanation of payment (if related to coordination of benefits)

    Mail provider refund checks to:
    Premera Provider Refunds
    P.O. Box 840540
    Los Angeles CA 90084-0540

New code list for 2021

Effective January 1, 2021, individual plans will have prior authorization changes. To learn more, view Medical Policy & Coding Updates within the Special notices section or view the 2021 code list effective January 1, 2021.

Secure website error message

If you received the message, "You have successfully logged into the Evolent application, but we do not find the Provider," read these instructions to provide key services to your individual plan patients.

Secure member eligibility search

The member eligibility search doesn’t accept member prefixes. Search by member ID or by the member’s last name and date of birth for accurate results.

CMS 1500 online claims submission not available

The online claims submission tool for HCFA (CMS) 1500 claims currently isn’t available on the individual secure website. In the meantime, submit claims by mail to the address below or through Office Ally.

For professional and institutional claims, the claim payer ID is 00430 and for dental claims the ID is 47570.

COVID-19 prior authorization updates

Check out our COVID-19 FAQ for the lasted updates on prior authorization.

Training guides

Use the following provider training guides to learn more about our individual plan tools:

  • Individual plans training overview
  • Individual eligibility and benefits
  • Individual claims submission and status
  • Individual prior authorization tool
  • Individual primary care provider (PCP) roster
  • Individual plans log-in affiliations

Provider resources

Provider directory

Search for medical providers, facilities, and other specialists within the Premera Blue Cross Individual Signature network.

Contact information for individual plans

Customer service

Call customer service at 800-809-9361 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, Pacific Time. Customer service can also provide web support and information on member eligibility and benefits.

Claims and clinical appeals address

Individual plan claims, appeals, and other paper correspondence must be sent to:

Premera Blue Cross
P.O. Box 21762
Eagan, MN 55121

Utilization management

Call 844-966-0332 or fax 888-584-8081 to contact our utilization management team. Use this fax number to submit a prior authorization request.

Electronic funds transfer (EFT) and Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA)

InstaMed delivers all electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments and electronic remittance advice (ERA) for individual plans. If you submit and receive EFT/ERA through a clearing house, the clearing house needs to sign up for InstaMed. This process is not completed by Premera EDI.  Providers should be enrolled with InstaMed and Premera EDI to ensure they receive all Premera electronic remittance reports.

Already have InstaMed?

Great! You’ll automatically receive EFT payments for our individual plan claims.

Is Blue Cross Blue Shield in Minnesota?

About Blue Cross A nonprofit, taxable organization, Blue Cross is the largest health plan based in Minnesota, covering 2.9 million members in Minnesota and nationally through its health plans or plans administered by its affiliated companies.

How do I submit a claim to BCBS MN?

Call (651) 662-8700, or 1-888-878-0137 (TTY), or 711, or through the Minnesota Relay direct access numbers at 1-800- 627-3529 (TTY, Voice, ASCII, Hearing Carry Over), or 1-877-627-3848 (Speech-to-Speech).

Does BCBS of Illinois require prior authorization?

Prior authorization is required for some members/services/drugs before services are rendered to confirm medical necessity as defined by the member's health benefit plan. A prior authorization is not a guarantee of benefits or payment.

What time does BCBS of Minnesota Open?

Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. It's helpful if you have your provider number or NPI and, if applicable, the member's ID number, account number and claim number handy when you call.

Toplist

Latest post

TAGs