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Medicare Louisiana Part A

Part of Novitas Solutions, Inc.

Government programmedical
Typical enrollment turnaround
45-65 days

Summary

Medicare Louisiana Part A is a government program, administered by Novitas Solutions, Inc., offering medical coverage operating in 12 states. Claims route under payer ID 07201, with 1 alternate ID in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 45-65 days, with applications through Novitas Solutions 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
07201Also seen as IMLA0
Also known as
Novitas - Louisiana
Uses CAQH
NoApplication route: Payer's own application
Service area
JH: AZ, CO, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX | JL: DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA

Clearinghouse transaction setup

Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.

TransactionEnrollmentTypical setup
Eligibility checks (270/271)RequiredSame day
Institutional claims (837I)RequiredSeveral weeks
ERA / remittance (835)RequiredSeveral weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part A?
The payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part A is 07201. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include IMLA0.
How long does Medicare Louisiana Part A provider enrollment take?
Medicare Louisiana 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 Louisiana Part A require CAQH?
No. Medicare Louisiana Part A does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.
Does Medicare Louisiana Part A require ERA enrollment?
Yes. Medicare Louisiana Part A requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What states does Medicare Louisiana Part A cover?
Medicare Louisiana Part A operates in JH: AZ, CO, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX | JL: DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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 Spot something out of date?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.