Progress Report: With our recent release of the Availity Remittance Viewer feature, we have reached a new milestone in our Availity Essentials™ implementation. There is much more to come, but you now have four major workflows that can help make things easier for your teams. Be sure to let them know!
Use “Quick Claims” to send claims for up to 50 members and multiple payers in one batch
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Claim status
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Use the “enhanced” search tabs to quickly find claims by member, date of service, or claim number
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Get back to eligibility and benefits from the claim status results page
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Link to the remit viewer from the claim status page (for paid claims)
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Remits
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Access your remit information for payments made on or after July 8, 2024 (see recent article); for remits prior to July 8, please use the AZ Blue provider portal
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See helpful claim data related to your remits
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Export your remit dashboard to an Excel file
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Create and download a remit PDF from any detailed results screen
We will continue to enhance these features and add more in the coming months. We appreciate your feedback as we build a better digital experience together.
Not registered yet? Visit availity.com/azblue to learn more and get started.
Reminders
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GLP-1 drugs: Check out our recent article to learn how our pharmacy coverage guideline for GLP-1 drugs has been updated.
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Fee schedules: You can now preview the October fee schedule updates on the azblue.com provider portal. See our recent article.
For maternity care providers: Want to increase the quality of care for your patients? Check out a free course we’re offering in partnership with the March of Dimes. Create an account, log in, and register now to earn 1.5 CME or CNE credits.
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For all providers: Help your patients make lifestyle changes by taking the “Essentials” course offered by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM). When you register, use promo code ESS-BCBSAZ to receive 5.5 CME/CE credits free of charge.
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For behavioral health providers: You are welcome to these free continuing education courses and resources offered by the American Diabetes Association®. Your knowledge and care can make a meaningful difference for patients dealing with diabetes.
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