Oscar Health
Part of Oscar Health, Inc.
Summary
Oscar Health is a regional health plan, part of Oscar Health, Inc., offering dental and medical coverage operating in 18 states. Claims route under payer ID OSCAR, with 4 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through Oscar Provider Portal, and CAQH is used for credentialing data. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.
At a glance
- Payer ID
OSCARAlso seen as 10881, 7468, 9638, OSCARMA- Uses CAQH
- YesApplication route: Payer portal application
- Service area
- 18 states
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) | Not required | Immediate |
| Claim status (276/277) | Not required | Immediate |
| Professional claims (837P) | Not required | Immediate |
| Institutional claims (837I) | Not required | Immediate |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | Several weeks |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Oscar Health?
- The payer ID for Oscar Health is OSCAR. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10881, 7468, 9638, OSCARMA.
- How long does Oscar Health provider enrollment take?
- Oscar Health provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
- Does Oscar Health require CAQH?
- Yes. Oscar Health uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
- Does Oscar Health require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Oscar Health requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What states does Oscar Health cover?
- Oscar Health operates in 18 states. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
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