What is the payer ID for Dentist Direct?

The payer ID for Dentist Direct is UTUDD. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00227.

Does Dentist Direct require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Dentist Direct requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

Which EDI transactions does Dentist Direct support?

Dentist Direct is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, and electronic remittance.

Dentist Direct

dental

Summary

Dentist Direct is a dental payer. Claims route under payer ID UTUDD, with 1 alternate ID in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.

At a glance

Payer ID: UTUDDAlso seen as 00227

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
ERA / remittance (835)	Required	Several weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Dentist Direct?: The payer ID for Dentist Direct is UTUDD. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00227.
Does Dentist Direct require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Dentist Direct requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What types of coverage does Dentist Direct offer?: Dentist Direct covers dental.
Which EDI transactions does Dentist Direct support?: Dentist Direct is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, and electronic remittance.

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