What is the payer ID for Preferred Employers Group?

The payer ID for Preferred Employers Group is J1096.

Does Preferred Employers Group require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Preferred Employers Group requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few days.

What types of coverage does Preferred Employers Group offer?

Preferred Employers Group covers medical.

Preferred Employers Group

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Summary

Preferred Employers Group is a medical payer. Claims route under payer ID J1096. Through clearinghouses it supports professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes a few days.

At a glance

Payer ID: J1096

Clearinghouse transaction setup

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

Transaction	Enrollment	Typical setup
Professional claims (837P)	Not required	Immediate
Institutional claims (837I)	Not required	Immediate
ERA / remittance (835)	Required	A few days

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Preferred Employers Group?: The payer ID for Preferred Employers Group is J1096.
Does Preferred Employers Group require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Preferred Employers Group requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few days.
What types of coverage does Preferred Employers Group offer?: Preferred Employers Group covers medical.
Can I submit claims to Preferred Employers Group electronically?: Yes. Preferred Employers Group is reachable through clearinghouses for professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and institutional (837I).

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