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MedRisk: payer ID and claims support
MedRisk uses payer ID J1956. Real-time eligibility isn't available for this payer today — here's what transactions it does support, and how to reach them.
Payer ID
J1956Workers' compensationMedRisk at a glance
What billers need before running a check.
Payer ID
J1956Real-time eligibility
Not available
Verify coverage through the payer’s portal or phone line.
Coverage
medical
Workers' compensation
Operating area
Not published
Payer website
www.medrisknet.comSupported transactions
What can be exchanged electronically with MedRisk 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 | ENROLLMENT REQUIRED |
Coordination of benefits Secondary-payer routing | NOT AVAILABLE |
Claim attachments (275) Supporting documentation | NOT AVAILABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the payer ID for MedRisk?+–
MedRisk uses payer ID J1956.
Does MedRisk support real-time eligibility verification?+–
Not electronically today. Coverage for MedRisk has to be confirmed through the payer's own portal or phone line. Claims, however, can be submitted electronically.
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24 mo
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