Preferred Care Partners

Summary

Preferred Care Partners is a national insurance carrier, part of UnitedHealth Group, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage across all 50 states + DC. Claims route under payer ID 65088, with 3 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days, with applications through UHC Provider Portal (Onboard Pro), 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

65088Also seen as 10691, 2240, 65088MA

Also known as

Preferred Care Partners Florida, UnitedHealthcare

Uses CAQH

YesApplication route: Payer portal application

Service area

All 50 states + DC

Clearinghouse transaction setup

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

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Preferred Care Partners?

The payer ID for Preferred Care Partners is 65088. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 10691, 2240, 65088MA.

How long does Preferred Care Partners provider enrollment take?

Preferred Care Partners provider enrollment typically takes 60-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Preferred Care Partners require CAQH?

Yes. Preferred Care Partners uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.

What is the provider services phone number for Preferred Care Partners?

UnitedHealthcare Provider Services: 877-842-3210.

Does Preferred Care Partners require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Preferred Care Partners requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.

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