Aflac Dental & Vision
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Summary
Aflac Dental & Vision is a dental, medical, and vision payer. Claims route under payer ID ARGUS, with 2 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and activates within hours.
At a glance
- Payer ID
ARGUSAlso seen as 7178, 8618- Also known as
- Aflac, Argus Dental & Vision, Argus Dental and Vision, Argus Holdings
Clearinghouse transaction setup
Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.
| Transaction | Enrollment | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Professional claims (837P) | Not required | Immediate |
| Institutional claims (837I) | Not required | Immediate |
| Dental claims (837D) | Not required | Immediate |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Same day |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Aflac Dental & Vision?
- The payer ID for Aflac Dental & Vision is ARGUS. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 7178, 8618.
- Does Aflac Dental & Vision require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Aflac Dental & Vision requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few hours.
- What types of coverage does Aflac Dental & Vision offer?
- Aflac Dental & Vision covers dental, medical, and vision.
- Can I submit claims to Aflac Dental & Vision electronically?
- Yes. Aflac Dental & Vision is reachable through clearinghouses for professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P), institutional (837I), and dental (837D).
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