Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI)
medical
Summary
Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) is a medical payer. Claims route under payer ID J1496. Through clearinghouses it supports professional claims, institutional claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required and takes several weeks.
At a glance
- Payer ID
J1496
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 | Several weeks |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI)?
- The payer ID for Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) is J1496.
- Does Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What types of coverage does Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) offer?
- Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) covers medical.
- Can I submit claims to Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) electronically?
- Yes. Preferred Employers Insurance Company (PEI) 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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