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Unum

dental

Summary

Unum is a dental payer. Claims route under payer ID STR01, with 2 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, professional claims, and dental claims.

At a glance

Payer ID
STR01Also seen as 9129, STRDH
Also known as
Always Care Benefits, Provident Life and Casualty Insurance Company, Starmount Dental, Starmount Life Insurance Company, Unum Dental

Clearinghouse transaction setup

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

TransactionEnrollmentTypical setup
Eligibility checks (270/271)Not requiredImmediate
Professional claims (837P)Not requiredImmediate
Dental claims (837D)Not requiredImmediate

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Unum?
The payer ID for Unum is STR01. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 9129, STRDH.
What types of coverage does Unum offer?
Unum covers dental.
Can I submit claims to Unum electronically?
Yes. Unum is reachable through clearinghouses for eligibility checks, professional claims, and dental claims. Electronic claims are supported for professional (837P) and dental (837D).

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 Spot something out of date?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.