What is the payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part B?

The payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part B is 07202. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 1460, LAMCR, SMLA0.

How long does Medicare Louisiana Part B provider enrollment take?

Medicare Louisiana Part B 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 B require CAQH?

No. Medicare Louisiana Part B does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.

Does Medicare Louisiana Part B require ERA enrollment?

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

What states does Medicare Louisiana Part B cover?

Medicare Louisiana Part B 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.

Medicare Louisiana Part B

Part of Novitas Solutions, Inc.

Government programdentalmedical

Typical enrollment turnaround

45-65 days

Summary

Medicare Louisiana Part B is a government program, administered by Novitas Solutions, Inc., offering dental and medical coverage operating in 12 states. Claims route under payer ID 07202, with 3 alternate IDs 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, professional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.

At a glance

Payer ID: 07202Also seen as 1460, LAMCR, SMLA0
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.

Transaction	Enrollment	Typical setup
Eligibility checks (270/271)	Required	Same day
Professional claims (837P)	Required	Several weeks
ERA / remittance (835)	Required	Several weeks

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part B?: The payer ID for Medicare Louisiana Part B is 07202. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 1460, LAMCR, SMLA0.
How long does Medicare Louisiana Part B provider enrollment take?: Medicare Louisiana Part B 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 B require CAQH?: No. Medicare Louisiana Part B does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.
Does Medicare Louisiana Part B require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Medicare Louisiana Part B requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
What states does Medicare Louisiana Part B cover?: Medicare Louisiana Part B 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.

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