Contra Costa Health Plan
Also covers / subsidiaries: CCHP
Core Payer & Clearinghouse Profile
Electronic Payer ID
15545
Payer ID is alphanumeric 'CCHS', not numeric; requires registration with Availity for EDI claims.
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
180 days from date of service (or primary EOB date)
Appeal Window
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Clearinghouse Gateway
Availity
Provider Services
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
CCHP Claims Department, P.O. Box 5122, Lake Forest, CA 92609
Provider Portal
https://www.cchealth.org/health-insurance/information-for-providers/provider-portal
County-operated Medi-Cal (Medicaid) managed-care plan for Contra Costa County (CA); also offers commercial Care Plus.
National EDI Clearinghouse Capabilities
Direct ANSI X12 electronic transaction support verified for Contra Costa Health Plan.
Associated Clearinghouse Payer IDs
National clearinghouse networks maintain dedicated routing IDs for specific transaction lines or subsidiaries under Contra Costa Health Plan.
| Clearinghouse Name | Electronic Payer ID | Status | Enrollment | Supported Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa Health Plan | 15545 | Par | None | 837P837I270/271Dental |
| Contra Costa Health Plan | CNTRA | Non-Par | None | 837P837I835 ERA |
Resolution Tools for Contra Costa Health Plan 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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