Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
BCBSAlso covers: Arkansas BCBS, AR Blue Cross, ABCBS
Payer ID
00520
00520 is the commonly listed clearinghouse payer ID (Claim.MD uses 'ARKBS' with alternates SB520/00520). Confirm professional vs institutional routing.
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
180 days from date of service
Appeal Window
Timely Filing Review handled via a dedicated form; written proof of service up to 180 days after service
Clearinghouse
Availity (designated EDI gateway)
Provider Services
800-800-4298
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Claims Division, PO Box 2181, Little Rock, AR 72203-2181
Provider Portal
https://www.arkansasbluecross.com/providers/resource-center/health-information-network/provider-portal
Submit claims (including BlueCard) electronically through Availity; paper to PO Box 2181.
Values vary by plan, region, and contract and can change. Confirm in the payer portal or with your clearinghouse before filing.
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