TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Part of U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Summary
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is a government program, administered by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, offering medical coverage across all 50 states + DC. Claims route under payer ID TWVACCN, with 1 alternate ID in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 90-120 days, with applications through VA Community Care Portal, and CAQH usage varies by plan. 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
TWVACCNAlso seen as TWCCN- Also known as
- VACCN, Veterans Affaird Community Care Network Region 6, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network Region 4, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network Region 5
- Uses CAQH
- VariesApplication 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.
| Transaction | Enrollment | Typical setup |
|---|---|---|
| Professional claims (837P) | Required | Several weeks |
| Institutional claims (837I) | Required | Several weeks |
| ERA / remittance (835) | Required | A few days |
Common questions
- What is the payer ID for TriWest Healthcare Alliance?
- The payer ID for TriWest Healthcare Alliance is TWVACCN. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include TWCCN.
- How long does TriWest Healthcare Alliance provider enrollment take?
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance provider enrollment typically takes 90-120 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
- Does TriWest Healthcare Alliance require CAQH?
- It varies by plan. Some TriWest Healthcare Alliance plans use CAQH and others run their own applications, so check the specific plan's requirements.
- Does TriWest Healthcare Alliance require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. TriWest Healthcare Alliance requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes a few days.
- What states does TriWest Healthcare Alliance cover?
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance operates in All 50 states + DC. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
Compiled from public payer resources and clearinghouse catalogs. Details change often, so confirm with the payer before relying on them. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it.