What is the payer ID for Medicare Kansas Part A?

The payer ID for Medicare Kansas Part A is 05201. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 5518, IMKS0, JIMKS0.

How long does Medicare Kansas Part A provider enrollment take?

Medicare Kansas Part A provider enrollment typically takes 45-65 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Medicare Kansas Part A require CAQH?

No. Medicare Kansas Part A does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.

Does Medicare Kansas Part A require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Medicare Kansas Part A requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

What states does Medicare Kansas Part A cover?

Medicare Kansas Part A operates in J5: IA, KS, MO, NE | J8: IN, MI. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Medicare Kansas Part A

Part of WPS Health Solutions

Government programmedical

Typical enrollment turnaround

45-65 days

Summary

Medicare Kansas Part A is a government program, administered by WPS Health Solutions, offering medical coverage operating in 8 states. Claims route under payer ID 05201, with 3 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-65 days, with applications through WPS Medicare Portal, and CAQH is not used. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.

At a glance

Payer ID: 05201Also seen as 5518, IMKS0, JIMKS0
Also known as: Medicare Kansas Part A Wisconsin Physicians Service, Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS) - Kansas
Uses CAQH: NoApplication route: Payer's own application
Service area: J5: IA, KS, MO, NE | J8: IN, MI

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)	Required	Same day
Institutional claims (837I)	Required	Several weeks
ERA / remittance (835)	Required	Several weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Medicare Kansas Part A?: The payer ID for Medicare Kansas Part A is 05201. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 5518, IMKS0, JIMKS0.
How long does Medicare Kansas Part A provider enrollment take?: Medicare Kansas Part A provider enrollment typically takes 45-65 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does Medicare Kansas Part A require CAQH?: No. Medicare Kansas Part A does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.
Does Medicare Kansas Part A require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Medicare Kansas Part A requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What states does Medicare Kansas Part A cover?: Medicare Kansas Part A operates in J5: IA, KS, MO, NE | J8: IN, MI. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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