Dean Health Plan
Part of Medica Health Plans
Summary
Dean Health Plan is a regional health plan, part of Medica Health Plans, offering dental and medical coverage operating in 9 states. Claims route under payer ID 41822, with 2 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-90 days, with applications through Medica Provider Portal, and CAQH is used for credentialing data. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and activates within hours.
At a glance
- Payer ID
41822Also seen as 1870, 3921- Also known as
- Medica, Medica - Dean Health Plan, Prevea360, WellFirst
- Uses CAQH
- YesApplication route: CAQH application only
- Service area
- MN, ND, SD, WI, NE, IA, KS, MO, OK
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 | Same day |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Dean Health Plan?
- The payer ID for Dean Health Plan is 41822. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 1870, 3921.
- How long does Dean Health Plan provider enrollment take?
- Dean Health Plan provider enrollment typically takes 45-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
- Does Dean Health Plan require CAQH?
- Yes. Dean Health Plan uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
- Does Dean Health Plan require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Dean Health Plan requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few hours.
- What states does Dean Health Plan cover?
- Dean Health Plan operates in MN, ND, SD, WI, NE, IA, KS, MO, OK. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
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