How do I contact BCBS of South Carolina?

Contact us with questions

  1. Call 855-404-6752 to speak with one of our customer service advocates.
  2. Visit at a South Carolina BLUESM retail center.
  3. Email [email protected].

Where is Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina?

Columbia, S.C.
Headquartered in Columbia, S.C., and operating in South Carolina for more than 65 years, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Is Blue Cross Blue Shield accepted in South Carolina?

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and WellPoint Affiliate Receive State Approval for Ten South Carolina Counties | Anthem, Inc.

What is the timely filing limit for BCBS of South Carolina?

Timely filing is 180 calendar days from the date of service. Provider has 90 days from receipt of an adverse determination to file an level 1 appeal, and the PHP will acknowledge receipt within five calendar days.

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina cover weight loss surgery?

Blue Cross Blue Shield, the only Obamacare insurer in South Carolina, does not cover bariatric surgery for the more than 200,000 enrollees in that state. The state also doesn’t cover the procedure for state employees and their spouses and children, another half a million people.

Is Blue Cross Blue Shield a private insurance company?

Each Blue Cross Blue Shield private insurance company is locally owned and independently operated. Individual BCBS companies sell and service health insurance relative to their “home” states or regions.

Who owns Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina?

the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina (BlueCross) is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. BlueCross serves 21.5 million people through private business and government contracts….BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.

Type For-profit corporation
Website southcarolinablues.com

How many members does BCBS of SC have?

The goal is to improve outcomes for patients while lowering costs. Today, we have 300 PCMH locations that have served more than 450,000 members. We continue to develop innovative care management solutions, such as integrated case management for our members with chronic disease.

How do I submit a Superbill to Blue Shield?

Claims should be submitted to Blue Shield of California via the Real-Time Claims web tool or electronically using Electronic Data Interchange, though they can also be submitted by mail.

Does BCBS of SC cover gastric bypass?

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield pay for gastric bypass?

As long as it can be shown that your procedure is a medical necessity, you can receive Blue Cross Blue Shield bariatric surgery coverage. The Blue Cross Blue Shield weight loss surgery program offers coverage for a number of bariatric procedures.

Is Blue Cross Blue Shield the same as Blue Shield of California?

Blue Shield of California, an independent member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, is a not-for-profit health plan with 4 million members, 6,800 employees and more than $17 billion in annual revenue.

How do I contact South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield?

For State of South Carolina: employees, retirees, and local government entities covered under these plans. Out of State: Please call your local BlueCross or BlueShield Plan. You can also contact us by mail. Please include the member’s name, address and member ID.

How to contact the South Carolina State Insurance Department?

For State of South Carolina: employees, retirees, and local government entities covered under these plans. Health Claims and Benefits: 803-736-1576 in Columbia, or toll-free 800-868-2520 Dental Claims and Benefits: 803-264-7323 in Columbia, or toll-free 888-214-6230 Pharmacy Claims and Benefits: 855-612-3128 (Express Scripts)

Where do I Mail my UB-04 and CMS-1500 claims?

If you prefer to submit hard copy claims, you can mail your CMS-1500 and CMS UB-04 paper claim forms to us at these addresses: Preferred Blue ® and all other BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, and BlueCard ® BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Columbia Service Center P.O. Box 100300 Columbia, SC 29202. Greenville Service Center

Where do I Send my refund letter to BlueCross BlueShield?

You can send a check and a copy of the letter to us by mail to the following address: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Attn.: Lockbox, AX-A31 I-20 E at Alpine Rd. Columbia, SC 29219-0001. Please note that if we don’t receive the requested refund from you within 30 days, we’ll systematically offset the amount from future payments.