Medicaid (Generic Reference) provider portal, phone and payer ID quick facts
| Provider portal | https://www.medicaid.gov |
|---|---|
| Provider phone | Plan-specific |
| Claims payer ID | Verify in clearinghouse payer list |
| Eligibility payer ID | Not established in this registry; verify with clearinghouse |
| ERA payer ID | Clearinghouse-specific |
| Timely filing | 365 days (verify applicability) |
| Prior auth route | X12 278 plus provider portal |
| Last reviewed | 2026-04-23 |
- This registry has not established one national provider-services phone number for Medicaid (Generic Reference). Use the provider portal or member ID card for plan-specific phone routing.
- This registry has not established one national ERA payer ID for Medicaid (Generic Reference). ERA enrollment and 835 routing are clearinghouse- and product-specific; verify in the payer portal or clearinghouse payer list before enrollment.
Medicaid (Generic Reference) at a glance
| Legal name | State Medicaid Programs (Title XIX) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Medical Assistance, Title XIX, State Medicaid FFS |
| Category | Government program |
| Parent organization | State Medicaid Agencies (CMS oversight under Title XIX) |
| Claims payer ID | Not established in this registry |
| Eligibility (270/271) payer ID | Not established in this registry |
| ERA (835) payer ID | Clearinghouse-specific |
| NAIC company code | Not established in this registry |
| States covered | Nationwide (50 states) |
| Members covered | ~72 million members |
| Provider portal | https://www.medicaid.gov |
| Provider phone | Plan-specific |
Always verify claims-routing details against the member ID card and the payer's current EDI companion guide before submission.
Timely filing & appeals for Medicaid (Generic Reference)
This registry lists 365 days as an initial-claim reference for Medicaid (Generic Reference). Confirm the applicable product, provider agreement, start event and current payer instructions. Do not apply this value automatically to out-of-network, secondary, corrected or appealed claims.
| Submission type | Window |
|---|---|
| Initial claim reference | 365 days (verify applicability) |
| Out-of-network initial claim | Verify the member's plan and applicable out-of-network rules |
| Secondary / coordination of benefits | Verify the allowed window and start event; a primary EOB does not automatically restart filing |
| Corrected claim | Verify correction instructions; do not substitute an appeal deadline |
| Reconsideration / appeal | Use the applicable denial or decision notice and the process below |
Reconsideration and appeal routes
- State Fair HearingFile within 90 days
State administrative fair hearing per 42 CFR §431.220 — deadlines set by each state plan, typically 30–120 days.
Source: Medicaid (Generic Reference) provider policy. Always confirm before disputing a TFL denial — payer policies are versioned and product-specific.
Prior authorization with Medicaid (Generic Reference)
Decision deadlines depend on the product, service and urgency. CMS-0057-F generally starts its decision-timeframe requirements in 2026 for Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and CHIP payers subject to the rule: seven calendar days for standard requests and 72 hours for expedited requests. Those requirements exclude drug authorizations and QHP issuers on the federally facilitated exchanges. Other plans, state rules and permitted extensions can differ. Check the applicable policy; a decision deadline is not a guarantee of approval.
CMS-0057-F decision-timeframe requirements and exclusions
Medicaid (Generic Reference) accepts X12 278 prior-authorization transactions electronically. The procedures most commonly subject to prior authorization include advanced imaging, inpatient admissions, specialty pharmacy, and certain outpatient surgical procedures. Use the payer's authorization tool below to confirm requirements per CPT before scheduling a service.
Medicaid (Generic Reference) maintains a live prior-authorization code lookup tool that supersedes any cached list. Use the provider portal or the policy documents below to confirm the current PA list before rendering a service.
Top denial reasons for Medicaid (Generic Reference)
Per-payer denial benchmarks publish here once the QuickIntell anonymized ETL pipeline ingests sufficient Medicaid (Generic Reference) volume. Until then, see the broader CARC reference for industry-wide remediation guides.
Electronic claims, eligibility & ERA
| Transaction | Supported | Payer ID |
|---|---|---|
| 837P / 837I claims | Yes | — |
| 270 / 271 eligibility | Yes | — |
| 278 prior authorization | Yes | Verify X12 278 routing separately |
| 835 ERA | No | Clearinghouse-specific |
Payer IDs vary by clearinghouse — confirm against your clearinghouse payer list (Availity, Change Healthcare/Optum, Waystar) before configuring submitter routing.
QuickIntell coverage for Medicaid (Generic Reference)
- QuickRCM
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- QuickAuth
Automated prior-authorization submissions and status checks for Medicaid (Generic Reference) services that require PA.
- QuickERA
Automated 835 ERA posting from Medicaid (Generic Reference) with payment reconciliation and denial routing.
Frequently asked questions about Medicaid (Generic Reference)
Where is the Medicaid (Generic Reference) provider portal?
The Medicaid (Generic Reference) provider portal is available at https://www.medicaid.gov. Use it for eligibility checks, claim status, prior authorization workflows, appeals, and payer-specific routing updates. QuickIntell links to the payer's provider-facing portal as a reference and is not the official payer portal.
What is the timely filing limit for Medicaid (Generic Reference)?
This registry lists 365 days as an initial-claim reference for Medicaid (Generic Reference). Confirm the applicable product, provider agreement, start event and current payer instructions. Do not apply this value automatically to out-of-network, secondary, corrected or appealed claims.
Does Medicaid (Generic Reference) publish a single claims payer ID?
This registry has not established one claims payer ID for Medicaid (Generic Reference). Look up the correct ID for the member's plan and transaction in your clearinghouse directory and verify against the member ID card before submission.
Does Medicaid (Generic Reference) accept electronic claims?
Yes — Medicaid (Generic Reference) accepts ANSI X12 837P and 837I electronic claims through standard clearinghouses. Real-time eligibility (270/271) is supported and X12 278 prior authorization is supported.
How do I appeal a Medicaid (Generic Reference) denial?
Identify the product, state and reason for the decision before choosing a Medicaid (Generic Reference) dispute route. The listed starting route is State Fair Hearing (File within 90 days). State administrative fair hearing per 42 CFR §431.220 — deadlines set by each state plan, typically 30–120 days. Verify the controlling notice and exceptions; reconsideration, appeal and external review are not always a mandatory sequence.
How long do Medicaid (Generic Reference) prior authorization approvals take?
Decision deadlines depend on the product, service and urgency. CMS-0057-F generally starts its decision-timeframe requirements in 2026 for Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and CHIP payers subject to the rule: seven calendar days for standard requests and 72 hours for expedited requests. Those requirements exclude drug authorizations and QHP issuers on the federally facilitated exchanges. Other plans, state rules and permitted extensions can differ. Check the applicable policy; a decision deadline is not a guarantee of approval.
How do providers contact Medicaid (Generic Reference)?
Providers should use the Medicaid (Generic Reference) provider portal at https://www.medicaid.gov for eligibility, claim status, appeals, and authorization workflows. Phone routing varies by plan and product — check the back of the member ID card for the plan-specific provider services number.
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Disclaimer
This page is operational reference for medical-billing professionals. It is not legal, clinical, or contractual advice. Payer policies change without notice — always verify against Medicaid (Generic Reference)'s current published documents before submission. CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.