Anthem blue cross prior authorization fax number

Our Interactive Care Reviewer (ICR) tool via Availity is the preferred method for submitting prior authorization requests, offering a streamlined and efficient experience for providers requesting inpatient and outpatient medical or behavioral health services for our members.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid (Anthem) is available via phone or the ICR 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to accept prior authorization (PA) requests. You can access the ICR from the Availity home page:

  • The ICR allows detailed text, photo images and attachments to be submitted along with your request.
  • Providers can also use this tool to make inquiries on previously submitted PA requests, regardless of how they were sent (phone, fax, ICR or another online tool).
  • To request or check the status of a PA request or decision, log in to Availity. Once logged in, select Patient Management | Authorizations & Referrals, then choose Authorizations or Auth/Referral Inquiry as appropriate.

Prior authorization contact information for Anthem

Providers and staff can also contact Anthem for help with prior authorization via the following methods:

Provider Services:


Hours: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET (Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Phone:

1-855-661-2028

Fax:

1-800-964-3627

Pharmacy department


Hours: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET

Phone:

1-855-661-2028

Retail pharmacy fax:

1-844-879-2961

Medical injectables fax:

1-844-487-9289

Availity, LLC is an independent company providing administrative support services on behalf of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid.

Provider tools & resources

    • Log in to Availity
    • Learn about Availity
    • Prior Authorization Lookup Tool
    • Prior Authorization Requirements
    • Claims Overview
    • Reimbursement Policies
    • Provider Manuals, Policies & Guidelines
    • Referrals
    • Forms
    • Provider Training Academy
    • Pharmacy Information

    Interested in becoming a provider in the Anthem network?

    We look forward to working with you to provide quality services to our members.

    CaliforniaProvider Communications

    Updated prior authorization form for providers

    Dec 1, 2018 State & Federal / Medi-Cal Managed Care

    As of October 1, 2018 you should be utilizing the new Anthem Blue Cross (Anthem) prior authorization form for Medi‑Cal Managed Care and L.A. Care members.

    You will be happy to know that we have added additional requirements to make it easier for you when submitting prior authorization requests. This will help in a faster turn-around-time and will help us in servicing you better.

    Additional requirements added include:

    • A checkbox for the provider to choose between an initial request and a continuation.
    • Fields for both physicians and facilities: servicing physician/facility name, tax ID/Medicare number, NPI, address, phone number and fax number.

    Acquire an Anthem prior authorization form via web, phone or fax:

    • Web: Access the form directly at https://mediproviders.anthem.com/ca Provider Support > Forms > Prior Authorization Forms > Request for Preservice Review.
    • Phone: Call 1‑888‑831‑2246, option 3 and ask for a form to be faxed to you.
    • Fax: Send your request to: 1-800-754-4708.

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    December 2018 Anthem Blue Cross Provider Newsletter - California

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    To request or check the status of a prior authorization request or decision for a particular plan member, access our Interactive Care Reviewer (ICR) tool via Availity. Once logged in, select Patient Registration | Authorizations & Referrals, then choose Authorizations or Auth/Referral Inquiry as appropriate.

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    Participating and Nonparticipating Durable Medical Equipment Providers

    For durable medical equipment (DME), outpatient rehabilitation (physical therapy/occupational therapy/speech therapy), pain management, home care, home infusion or hyperbaric treatment, and wound care, please fax to 1-866-920-8362.

    Please fax to:


    Fax:

    1-866-920-8362

    All Other Precertification Requests (Including Elective Inpatient or Outpatient Services) use the following:

    Fax:

    1-800-964-3627

    Phone:

    1-844-396-2330

    Behavioral health


    Pharmacy

    Services billed with the following revenue codes always require prior authorization:

    0632 Pharmacy multiple sources
      Medicare and long-term services and supports

    The following always require precertification:

    • Elective services provided by or arranged at nonparticipating facilities.
    • All services billed with the following revenue codes:
    0023 home health prospective payment system
    0570-0572 and 0579 home health aide
    0944–0945 other therapeutic services
    3101-3109 adult day and foster care

    Provider tools & resources

      • Log in to Availity
      • Learn about Availity
      • Precertification Lookup Tool
      • Precertification Requirements
      • Claims Overview
      • Member Eligibility & Pharmacy Overview
      • Provider Manuals and Guides
      • Referrals
      • Forms
      • Training Academy
      • Pharmacy Information
      • Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

      Interested in becoming a provider in our network?

      We look forward to working with you to provide quality services to our members.

      What is the fax number for Anthem Blue Cross of California?

      Phone: Call 1‑888‑831‑2246, option 3 and ask for a form to be faxed to you. Fax: Send your request to: 1-800-754-4708. Anthem Blue Cross is the trade name of Blue Cross of California.

      What form do providers in California use to request prior authorization?

      Providers must request CCS services using a SAR form. Note: Providers should verify CCS eligibility before submitting a SAR. Providers are required to submit documentation to substantiate medical necessity at the time the SAR is submitted.

      Does Kentucky Medicaid require prior authorization?

      Prior authorization is not required for emergency or urgent care. Out-of-network physicians, facilities and other health care providers must request prior authorization for all procedures and services, excluding emergent or urgent care.

      What is the provider phone number for Anthem BCBS of Ohio?

      By Phone: Call the number on the back of the member's ID card or dial 800-676-BLUE (2583) to speak to a Provider Service representative.