Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia

Summary

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia is a regional health plan, part of Elevance Health (BCBS in 14 states), offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in 14 states. Claims route under payer ID 00601, with 14 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-120 days, with applications through Anthem Provider Portal / Availity, and CAQH is used for credentialing data. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes a few days.

At a glance

Payer ID

00601Also seen as 00101, 10032, 101, 1407, 3537, 3537I and 8 more

Also known as

Anthem - Georgia, Anthem - Georgia (Medicaid Reclamation), Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia - Medicare Advantage, Anthem Georgia Dental, Anthem Insurance Companies

Uses CAQH

YesApplication route: Payer portal application

Service area

CA, CO, CT, GA, IN, KY, ME, MO, NV, NH, NY, OH, VA, WI

Clearinghouse transaction setup

Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia?

The payer ID for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia is 00601. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00101, 10032, 101, 1407.

How long does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia provider enrollment take?

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia provider enrollment typically takes 45-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia require CAQH?

Yes. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.

Does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few days.

What states does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia cover?

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia operates in CA, CO, CT, GA, IN, KY, ME, MO, NV, NH, NY, OH, VA, WI. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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