Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

Summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is a regional health plan, part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in Minnesota. Claims route under payer ID 00720, with 18 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through BCBS MN Provider Portal, 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

00720Also seen as 00722, 10039, 1402, 1410, 1429, 220 and 12 more

Also known as

BCBSMN, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Commercial and Medicare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicare Advantage, Central States Trucking Association Comprehensive Care Services, Comprehensive Care Service (CCSTPA)

Uses CAQH

YesApplication route: CAQH application only

Service area

MN

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 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota?

The payer ID for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is 00720. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00722, 10039, 1402, 1410.

How long does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota provider enrollment take?

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota require CAQH?

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

Does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota cover?

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota operates in MN. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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