Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

Summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is a regional health plan, part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of NE, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in Nebraska. Claims route under payer ID 77780, with 12 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-90 days, with applications through BCBS NE Provider Portal, 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

77780Also seen as 00260, 00760, 100043, 10384, 1417, 470095156 and 6 more

Also known as

Blue Cross Blue Shield Nebraska, Blue Cross Nebraska, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska - Medicare Advantage, Blue Shield Nebraska, Blue Shield Nebraska Medicare Advantage Plan

Uses CAQH

YesApplication route: CAQH application only

Service area

NE

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 Nebraska?

The payer ID for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is 77780. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00260, 00760, 100043, 10384.

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

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska provider enrollment typically takes 45-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska require CAQH?

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

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

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

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

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