Posted March 27, 2020
You may experience longer than normal hold times on our Medicare Advantage Provider call lines at 877-774-8592 starting March 24, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What should you do?
- Use Availity® Provider Portal as much as possible for eligibility, claim status and benefit preauthorizations.
- Availity's Authorizations & Referrals tool (HIPAA-standard 278 transaction) allows you to submit inpatient admissions, select outpatient services and referral requests handled by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL).
- You can also check status on previously submitted requests and/or update applicable existing requests.
- Continue watching for additional notifications for changes including when the Medicare Advantage Provider call line resumes normal hold times.
Because this is a rapidly evolving situation, you should continue to use the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on COVID-19, as the CDC has the most up-to-date information and recommendations. Additionally, watch for updates on BCBSIL News and Updates and our COVID-19 Preparedness page.
Have questions?
If you have any questions or if you need additional information, please contact your BCBSIL Provider Network Consultant.
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