Tufts Health Plan
Part of Point32Health
Summary
Tufts Health Plan is a regional health plan, part of Point32Health, offering dental, medical, and vision coverage operating in 4 states. Claims route under payer ID TUFTS, with 7 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through Point32Health 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
TUFTSAlso seen as 00114, 04298, 04298MA, 10379, 170558746, 2438 and 1 more- Also known as
- Point32Health
- Uses CAQH
- YesApplication route: CAQH application only
- Service area
- MA, NH, RI, CT
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 Tufts Health Plan?
- The payer ID for Tufts Health Plan is TUFTS. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00114, 04298, 04298MA, 10379.
- How long does Tufts Health Plan provider enrollment take?
- Tufts Health Plan provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
- Does Tufts Health Plan require CAQH?
- Yes. Tufts Health Plan uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
- Does Tufts Health Plan require ERA enrollment?
- Yes. Tufts Health Plan requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup typically takes several weeks.
- What states does Tufts Health Plan cover?
- Tufts Health Plan operates in MA, NH, RI, CT. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.
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