ICD-10-CM vs ICD-10-PCS: Key Differences in Medical Coding

In the evolving landscape of healthcare documentation and reimbursement, understanding the key differences between ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS is fundamental for medical coders, billers, and healthcare administrators. While both coding systems are integral to the broader ICD-10 classification, they serve distinct roles. This comprehensive guide will clarify their uses, structures, and importance in modern healthcare. What … Read more

How does copay differ from coinsurance?

copay vs coinsurance

Quick Answer: Copay vs. Coinsurance Copay is a fixed amount you pay for a healthcare service—like $25 for a doctor visit—while coinsurance is a percentage of the total cost of care you pay after meeting your deductible—like 20% of a $1,000 procedure. Both are forms of cost-sharing but work very differently. Understanding Copay: Fixed, Predictable … Read more

BCBS Prefix List ZAA – ZZZ

Prefix Plan Name Provider Phone Number Z2M Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island Z3A Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Z3F Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Z3G Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Z3K Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Z3M Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island Z3N Blue Cross Blue Shield … Read more

BCBS Prefix List YAA – YZZ

Prefix Plan Name Phone Number Y2A Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Y2M Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska YAA Anthem BCBS of Connecticut YAB Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon YAC Anthem BCBS of Kentucky YAD Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island YAE Anthem BCBS of Virginia YAF Anthem BCBS of Colorado … Read more

BCBS Prefix List XAA to XZZ

Plan Identifier Plan Name X2A Anthem BCBS of Connecticut X2B Blue Cross of Idaho X2C Anthem BCBS of Connecticut X2D Anthem BCBS of Connecticut X2E Anthem BCBS of Connecticut X2H Wellmark BCBS X2P Anthem BCBS of Virginia X3A Anthem BCBS of New Hampshire X3H Wellmark BCBS X9A Blue Cross of California XAA BCBS of Alabama … Read more

BCBS Prefix List WAA – WZZ

Prefix Plan Name W2A Blue Shield of Northeastern New York W2B Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois W2C Anthem BCBS of Georgia W2E Anthem BCBS of Colorado W2F Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois W2G Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon W2I Anthem BCBS of Virginia W2K Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas W2L … Read more

BCBS Prefix List VAA – VZZ

Plan Identifier Plan Name V2A Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina V2B Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon V2C Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island V2E Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois V2G Anthem BCBS of Georgia V2H Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts V2J Anthem BCBS of Georgia V2K Blue Cross … Read more

BCBS Prefix List UAA – UZZ

Plan Identifier Plan Name U2A Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas U2B Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield U2C Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield U2D Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield U2F Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois U2G Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas U2H Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield U2J Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield … Read more

BCBS Prefix List TAA – TZZ

Prefix Plan Name T2A BCBS of Western New York T2B Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois T2D Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas T2E Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas T2F Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas T2G Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas T2H Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois T2J Blue Cross Blue … Read more

BCBS Prefix List SAA – SZZ

Prefix Plan Name S2A BCBS of Western New York S2C Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois S2D Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas S2E Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois S2F Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois S2G Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas S2H Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama S2I Anthem BCBS of … Read more