CBA Blue
dentalmedicalvision
Summary
CBA Blue is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in Massachusetts. Claims route under payer ID 03036, with 7 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and activates within hours.
At a glance
- Payer ID
03036Also seen as 03036MA, 10068, 10803, 3737, 52132, 7540 and 1 more- Also known as
- Blue Benefit Administrators Massachusetts, CBA Blue Healthcare Trust, CBA Blue/Blue Benefit Administrators, Cobalt Benefits Group, Cooperative Benefit Administrators Blue
- Service area
- MA
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 |
| Dental claims (837D) | Not required | Immediate |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Same day |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for CBA Blue?
- The payer ID for CBA Blue is 03036. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 03036MA, 10068, 10803, 3737.
- Does CBA Blue require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. CBA Blue requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few hours.
- What states does CBA Blue cover?
- CBA Blue operates in MA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
- What types of coverage does CBA Blue offer?
- CBA Blue covers dental, medical, and vision.
- Can I submit claims to CBA Blue electronically?
- Yes. CBA Blue is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P), institutional (837I), and dental (837D).
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