Is Premera the same as Premera Blue Cross?

Is Premera the same as Premera Blue Cross?

The company provides health insurance and related services to approximately 2 million people. Premera Blue Cross has operated in Washington since 1945, and in Alaska since 1957….Premera Blue Cross.

How do I get reimbursed from Premera?

You can reach Customer Service by calling 877-342-5258, option 2, or by calling the Customer Service phone number on the back of the member’s ID card.

Is Premera same as Blue Cross Blue Shield?

Premera Blue Cross is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Premera Blue Cross is a member of a family of companies based in Mountlake Terrace, Washington, that provide health, life, vision, dental, stop-loss, disability, and other related products and services.

What is Premera EPO?

Starting July 1, 2021, Premera NOW, a new type of EPO health plan, allows members to access virtual care without any out-of-pocket costs and is available at a lower premium than standard PPO plans. This plan uses our Heritage Prime network and does not include out-of-network benefits except for emergency services.

How many lives does premera cover?

We care about your healthcare As the largest health plan in the Pacific Northwest, Premera serves more than 2.6 million people—from individuals and families to employees of Fortune 100 companies.

How do I bill Premera?

Pay by phone

1. Call 877-334-7393 to use our automated payment system. Have your subscriber ID handy.
2. You can also call the customer service number on the back of your ID card. Customer service cannot take payment over the phone, so please follow the phone prompts to make a payment.

How long does premera take to process claims?

within 30 days
We process most of our claims within 30 days and we pay claims every Saturday and on the last day of the month. For more tips and screenshots, check out the Claims and Payment Online Tool Guide.

What states does premera cover?

Premera Blue Cross Group Plans are available throughout Washington State under the Blue Cross brand (except Clark County). Premera Blue Cross Individual Plans are available in the following counties: Franklin, Grays Harbor, King, Kitsap, and Pacific.

Does premera offer long term care insurance?

With Premera LTC, you have the assurance you’re getting a reliable long term care plan from a reliable long term company. Premera Blue Cross has been delivering quality health care benefits for over 70 years—and providing the security of long term care coverage since 1986.

Is premera only in Washington?

Can you use premera out of state?

Premera Blue Cross employer-based group plans offer coverage for travel in and out of the area. You can download the Premera app to easily access your digital member ID card and Find a Doctor on the go.