Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid)

Summary

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) 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 0002937, with 5 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, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.

At a glance

Payer ID

0002937Also seen as 14381, 29370, 7071, 9461, SKOH5

Also known as

Anthem Ohio Medicaid

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 (Ohio Medicaid)?

The payer ID for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) is 0002937. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 14381, 29370, 7071, 9461.

How long does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) provider enrollment take?

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) 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 (Ohio Medicaid) require CAQH?

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

Does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

What states does Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) cover?

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Ohio Medicaid) 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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