Blue Advantage
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Summary
Blue Advantage is a dental and medical payer operating in Louisiana. Claims route under payer ID 72128, with 6 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and activates within hours.
At a glance
- Payer ID
72128Also seen as 1816, 72128MA, 77701, 8046, 9764, VANTAG- Also known as
- Louisiana Blue, Vantage Health Plan Incorporated, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Service area
- LA
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 |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Same day |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Blue Advantage?
- The payer ID for Blue Advantage is 72128. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 1816, 72128MA, 77701, 8046.
- Does Blue Advantage require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Blue Advantage requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few hours.
- What states does Blue Advantage cover?
- Blue Advantage operates in LA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
- What types of coverage does Blue Advantage offer?
- Blue Advantage covers dental and medical.
- Can I submit claims to Blue Advantage electronically?
- Yes. Blue Advantage is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).
Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.