Payer ID
CCHS
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
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.
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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