Contra Costa Health Plan
medical
Summary
Contra Costa Health Plan is a medical payer operating in California. Claims route under payer ID CCHS, with 4 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.
At a glance
- Payer ID
CCHSAlso seen as 15545, 6795, CNTRA, Z1800- Service area
- CA
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 |
| 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 Contra Costa Health Plan?
- The payer ID for Contra Costa Health Plan is CCHS. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 15545, 6795, CNTRA, Z1800.
- Does Contra Costa Health Plan require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Contra Costa Health Plan requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What states does Contra Costa Health Plan cover?
- Contra Costa Health Plan operates in CA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
- What types of coverage does Contra Costa Health Plan offer?
- Contra Costa Health Plan covers medical.
- Can I submit claims to Contra Costa Health Plan electronically?
- Yes. Contra Costa Health Plan is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).
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