Medicaid Alaska

Summary

Medicaid Alaska is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in Alaska. Claims route under payer ID SKAK0, with 4 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

SKAK0Also seen as 11016, 12K86, AKMCD, CKAK1

Also known as

Alaska Department of Health, Alaska Medicaid Health Enterprise, Alaska Medical Assistance

Service area

AK

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 Alaska?

The payer ID for Medicaid Alaska is SKAK0. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 11016, 12K86, AKMCD, CKAK1.

Does Medicaid Alaska require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Medicaid Alaska cover?

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

What types of coverage does Medicaid Alaska offer?

Medicaid Alaska covers dental, medical, and vision.

Can I submit claims to Medicaid Alaska electronically?

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