MedBen
dentalmedicalvision
Summary
MedBen is a dental, medical, and vision payer. Claims route under payer ID 74323, with 4 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 several weeks.
At a glance
- Payer ID
74323Also seen as 10681, 1728, 8513, MDBEN- Also known as
- Medical Benefits Mutual Life Insurance Company
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 |
| 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 MedBen?
- The payer ID for MedBen is 74323. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10681, 1728, 8513, MDBEN.
- Does MedBen require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. MedBen requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What types of coverage does MedBen offer?
- MedBen covers dental, medical, and vision.
- Can I submit claims to MedBen electronically?
- Yes. MedBen 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).
Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.