Blue Cross of Idaho

Summary

Blue Cross of Idaho is a regional health plan, part of Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in Idaho. Claims route under payer ID BLUEC, with 14 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-90 days, with applications through BC of Idaho 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 a few days.

At a glance

Payer ID

BLUECAlso seen as 00610, 10638, 5582, 7430, 820344294, BCIDC and 8 more

Also known as

Blue Cross Idaho Health Services Incorporated, Blue Cross of Idaho - Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service, Blue Cross of Idaho Medicare Advantage

Uses CAQH

YesApplication route: CAQH application only

Service area

ID

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 of Idaho?

The payer ID for Blue Cross of Idaho is BLUEC. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00610, 10638, 5582, 7430.

How long does Blue Cross of Idaho provider enrollment take?

Blue Cross of Idaho 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 of Idaho require CAQH?

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

Does Blue Cross of Idaho require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Blue Cross of Idaho cover?

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