Continental General
medical
Summary
Continental General is a medical payer operating in Texas. Claims route under payer ID CGIMS, with 2 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, and institutional claims.
At a glance
- Payer ID
CGIMSAlso seen as 10540, 71404- Also known as
- Continental General Insurance Company
- Service area
- TX
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 |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Continental General?
- The payer ID for Continental General is CGIMS. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10540, 71404.
- What states does Continental General cover?
- Continental General operates in TX. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
- What types of coverage does Continental General offer?
- Continental General covers medical.
- Can I submit claims to Continental General electronically?
- Yes. Continental General is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, and institutional claims. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).
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