What is the payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage?

The payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage is 72107. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 12B12, 14328, 5008, 53021.

How long does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage provider enrollment take?

Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage 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 Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage require CAQH?

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

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage cover?

Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage operates in LA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage

Part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of LA

Regional plandentalmedicalvision

Typical enrollment turnaround

60-90 days

Summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage is a regional health plan, part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of LA, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in Louisiana. Claims route under payer ID 72107, with 7 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through BCBS LA 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: 72107Also seen as 12B12, 14328, 5008, 53021, 72107MA, 8853 and 1 more
Also known as: Blue Advantage of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
Uses CAQH: YesApplication route: CAQH application only
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	Several weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage?: The payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage is 72107. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 12B12, 14328, 5008, 53021.
How long does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage provider enrollment take?: Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage 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 Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage require CAQH?: Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What states does Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage cover?: Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana Blue Advantage operates in LA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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