Independence Blue Cross
Also covers / subsidiaries: IBX, IBC, Independence
Core Payer & Clearinghouse Profile
Electronic Payer ID
54704
54704 accepts professional and institutional claims for Independence/AmeriHealth products; shared with Highmark BCBS PA. Many IBX products route by member-ID prefix.
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Appeal Window
Provider appeals/disputes via the IBX provider portal and provider manual
Clearinghouse Gateway
Availity / Highmark EDI gateway (payer ID 54704)
Provider Services
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
Independence Blue Cross, Claims Receipt Center, P.O. Box 211184, Eagan, MN 55121
Provider Portal
https://www.ibx.com/resources/for-providers
Serves the 5-county Philadelphia region; claims route through the Highmark EDI gateway and by member-ID prefix.
National EDI Clearinghouse Capabilities
Direct ANSI X12 electronic transaction support verified for Independence Blue Cross.
Resolution Tools for Independence Blue Cross 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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