Medicare Wisconsin Part A
Part of WPS Health Solutions
Summary
Medicare Wisconsin Part A is a government program, administered by WPS Health Solutions, offering dental and medical coverage operating in 8 states. Claims route under payer ID 06001, 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
06001Also seen as 12M29, IMWI0, JIMWI0- Also known as
- Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS) - Wisconsin
- 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 Wisconsin Part A?
- The payer ID for Medicare Wisconsin Part A is 06001. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 12M29, IMWI0, JIMWI0.
- How long does Medicare Wisconsin Part A provider enrollment take?
- Medicare Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Part A require CAQH?
- No. Medicare Wisconsin Part A does not use CAQH. Applications go through its own enrollment process.
- Does Medicare Wisconsin Part A require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Medicare Wisconsin Part A requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What states does Medicare Wisconsin Part A cover?
- Medicare Wisconsin 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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