Payer ID
LACAR
LACAR is the EDI payer ID; some clearinghouses use CPIDs 5988/6484. (California)
Timely Filing Limit (TFL)
Minimum 180 days from DOS for contracted providers' initial claims
Appeal Window
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Clearinghouse
Office Ally
Provider Services
866-522-2736
Claims Fax
Varies — confirm via portal / clearinghouse
Claims Address
L.A. Care Health Plan, Attn: Claims Department, P.O. Box 811580, Los Angeles, CA 90081
Provider Portal
https://www.lacare.org/providers
California Medi-Cal managed-care plan serving Los Angeles County.
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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