Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Also covers / subsidiaries: BCBSRI, Blue Chip
Core Payer & Clearinghouse Profile
Electronic Payer ID
RIBC0
00870 is used for Blue Shield/BlueChip; 00370 is used for Blue Cross/BlueChip. Confirm the correct ID per product/member.
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
180 days from the date of service
Appeal Window
File appeals/reviews through the BCBSRI provider claims process
Clearinghouse Gateway
Availity / standard clearinghouses
Provider Services
800-230-9050
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
BCBSRI, ATTN: Claims Department, 500 Exchange Street, Providence, RI 02903
Provider Portal
https://www.bcbsri.com/providers
Distinct Blue Cross (00370) vs Blue Shield (00870) payer IDs; verify per member card.
National EDI Clearinghouse Capabilities
Direct ANSI X12 electronic transaction support verified for Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island.
Associated Clearinghouse Payer IDs
National clearinghouse networks maintain dedicated routing IDs for specific transaction lines or subsidiaries under Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island.
| Clearinghouse Name | Electronic Payer ID | Status | Enrollment | Supported Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bcbs Of Rhode Island | 10304 | Non-Par | None | 276/277 |
| Bcbs Of Rhode Island | 53473 | Non-Par | Required | 835 ERADental |
| Blue Cross | WC734 | Non-Par | None | Workers Comp |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Rhode Island | 53473 | Par | None | 835 ERADental |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Rhode Island | CB870 | Par | None | 835 ERADental |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Rhode Island | RIBC0 | Non-Par | Required | 837P837I835 ERA |
Resolution Tools for Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Claims
Values vary by plan, line of business, and provider agreement. Confirm in the payer portal or with your clearinghouse gateway before submitting electronic claims.
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