Maine Medicaid

Summary

Maine Medicaid is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in Maine. Claims route under payer ID SKME0, with 6 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes a few days.

At a glance

Payer ID

SKME0Also seen as 10121, 12K13, 5259, CKME1, MEMCD, SKME1

Also known as

Maine Department of Health and Human Services, MaineCare, Medicaid Maine

Service area

ME

Clearinghouse transaction setup

Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Maine Medicaid?

The payer ID for Maine Medicaid is SKME0. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10121, 12K13, 5259, CKME1.

Does Maine Medicaid require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Maine Medicaid requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few days.

What states does Maine Medicaid cover?

Maine Medicaid operates in ME. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

What types of coverage does Maine Medicaid offer?

Maine Medicaid covers dental, medical, and vision.

Can I submit claims to Maine Medicaid electronically?

Yes. Maine Medicaid is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).