Payer ID
BLUEC
BLUEC is the EDI payer ID used for professional, institutional, and dental claims. Verify against your clearinghouse directory.
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
180 days from DOS when BCI is primary; claims older than 12 months may be denied. Medicare Advantage: 12 months
Appeal Window
Corrected claims and claim reviews per BCI provider policies (PAP 206 / PAP 215)
Clearinghouse
Availity / standard clearinghouses
Provider Services
800-274-4018
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
Blue Cross of Idaho, PO Box 7408, Boise, ID 83707
Provider Portal
https://providers.bcidaho.com
Idaho is served by both Blue Cross of Idaho and Regence BlueShield of Idaho — confirm which carrier is on the member card.
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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