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AmeriBen: payer ID and claims support
AmeriBen uses payer ID 97661. Real-time eligibility isn't available for this payer today — here's what transactions it does support, and how to reach them.
Payer ID
97661CommercialAmeriBen at a glance
What billers need before running a check.
Payer ID
97661Also known as 4001, 8724, TLU23
Real-time eligibility
Not available
Verify coverage through the payer’s portal or phone line.
Coverage
dental, medical
Commercial
Operating area
Not published
Payer website
ameriben.comSupported transactions
What can be exchanged electronically with AmeriBen today.
| Transaction | Status |
|---|---|
Eligibility (270/271) Real-time benefit and coverage checks | NOT AVAILABLE |
Claim status (276/277) Where a submitted claim stands | NOT AVAILABLE |
Professional claims (837P) Physician and outpatient claims | SUPPORTED |
Institutional claims (837I) Facility claims | SUPPORTED |
Dental claims (837D) Dental claims | NOT AVAILABLE |
Remittance (835 ERA) Electronic remittance advice | NOT AVAILABLE |
Coordination of benefits Secondary-payer routing | NOT AVAILABLE |
Claim attachments (275) Supporting documentation | NOT AVAILABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the payer ID for AmeriBen?+–
AmeriBen uses payer ID 97661. It also appears as 4001, 8724, TLU23 in some systems.
Does AmeriBen support real-time eligibility verification?+–
Not electronically today. Coverage for AmeriBen has to be confirmed through the payer's own portal or phone line. Claims, however, can be submitted electronically.
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