BlueCard for Professionals: Filing Medicare Supplemental Claims

Regardless of which BCBS Plan the patient is a member of, always file with the Medicare contractor first. When submitting the claim to Medicare, remember to always include the following:

• The complete Health Insurance Claim Number (HICN)
• The patient's complete BCBS identification number, including the three-character alpa prefix
• The BCBS name as it appears on the patient's ID card for supplemental insurance

Do not file with your local BCBS Plan and Medicare at the same time. Wait until you receive the Explanation of Medical Benefits (EOMB) or payment advice from Medicare.

For more detailed information, contact your local Plan. You can find them online by using the Plan Finder.