Medicaid Arkansas

Summary

Medicaid Arkansas is a dental, medical, and vision payer operating in Arkansas. Claims route under payer ID ARMCD, with 7 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 activates within hours.

At a glance

Payer ID

ARMCDAlso seen as 10023, 12023, 1489, 5597, 716007869, CKAR1 and 1 more

Also known as

Arkansas Department of Human Services, Arkansas Medicaid

Service area

AR

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 Arkansas?

The payer ID for Medicaid Arkansas is ARMCD. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10023, 12023, 1489, 5597.

Does Medicaid Arkansas require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Medicaid Arkansas cover?

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

What types of coverage does Medicaid Arkansas offer?

Medicaid Arkansas covers dental, medical, and vision.

Can I submit claims to Medicaid Arkansas electronically?

Yes. Medicaid Arkansas 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).