Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky
Part of Anthem / Elevance Health
Summary
Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky 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 00660, 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 but activates instantly.
At a glance
- Payer ID
00660Also seen as 00160, 10259, 160, 2421, 5534, 660 and 8 more- Also known as
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky (Medicaid Reclamation), Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Kentucky Dental, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kentucky, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Kentucky
- 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.
| Transaction | Enrollment | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility checks (270/271) | Not required | Immediate |
| Claim status (276/277) | Not required | Immediate |
| Professional claims (837P) | Not required | Immediate |
| Institutional claims (837I) | Not required | Immediate |
| Dental claims (837D) | Not required | Immediate |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Instant |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky?
- The payer ID for Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky is 00660. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00160, 10259, 160, 2421.
- How long does Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky provider enrollment take?
- Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky 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 BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky require CAQH?
- Yes. Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
- Does Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup activates instantly.
- What states does Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky cover?
- Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Kentucky 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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