What is the payer ID for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York?

The payer ID for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York is 100948. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00301, 00801, 10498, 12B39.

Does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

What states does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York cover?

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York operates in NY. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

What types of coverage does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York offer?

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York covers dental, medical, and vision.

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York

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Summary

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in New York. Claims route under payer ID 100948, with 10 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: 100948Also seen as 00301, 00801, 10498, 12B39, 4409, N1BLS and 4 more
Also known as: BCBS New York Western, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, HealthNow Blue Cross Blue Shield New York Western, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York - Medicare Advantage
Service area: NY

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 Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York?: The payer ID for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York is 100948. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00301, 00801, 10498, 12B39.
Does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What states does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York cover?: Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York operates in NY. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
What types of coverage does Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York offer?: Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York covers dental, medical, and vision.
Can I submit claims to Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York electronically?: Yes. Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York 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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