Medicaid Alabama

Summary

Medicaid Alabama is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in Alabama. Claims route under payer ID SKAL0, with 11 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

SKAL0Also seen as 100005, 10007, 1271510177, 12K01, 4479, 5560 and 5 more

Also known as

Alabama Medicaid Agency

Service area

AL

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 Medicaid Alabama?

The payer ID for Medicaid Alabama is SKAL0. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 100005, 10007, 1271510177, 12K01.

Does Medicaid Alabama require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Medicaid Alabama cover?

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

What types of coverage does Medicaid Alabama offer?

Medicaid Alabama covers dental, medical, and vision.

Can I submit claims to Medicaid Alabama electronically?

Yes. Medicaid Alabama 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).