Need help Policy Number? Insurance

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The discussion centers on the confusion surrounding the identification of a "Policy Number" on insurance cards. Users suggest that the "subscriber ID" may serve as a substitute for the policy number when filling out insurance forms. The conversation highlights the variability of insurance card formats across different regions, with some cards clearly displaying a policy number while others do not. Participants recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for clarification on which identifier to use.

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  • Understanding of insurance terminology, including "subscriber ID" and "policy number."
  • Familiarity with the structure of insurance cards.
  • Knowledge of regional differences in insurance documentation.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with insurance providers.
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  • Research the differences between "subscriber ID" and "policy number" in insurance documentation.
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  • Investigate how to effectively contact insurance providers for clarification on policy details.
  • Explore common issues faced by consumers regarding insurance identification numbers.
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This discussion is beneficial for individuals navigating insurance claims, insurance agents, and anyone seeking clarity on the use of identification numbers on insurance cards.

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Need help! Policy Number? Insurance ...

Ok, I have my card infront of me.

I have: subscriber id, group number, payer id, and card number ... but not "Policy Number"

Which is it? Thanks!
 
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I would guess that you were really looking for Physicians Corp of America (whose domain name has been acquired by a robotics company), Physicians Mutual, Physicians Reciprical, or the Psychic Hotline (don't they have a special program called "In Search of Lost Objects"?)

Considering we don't even know what insurance company you're talking about, the chances of answering your question are pretty small. Even with the company name, you'd probably need to rely on someone who had insurance from the same company.

(My trash collectors changed their system, making it vary hard to figure out how our old account numbers carry over into their new system. In their case, they at least offered a page on their website explaining how to enter your "new" number based off of your old "account number" when paying bills on-line.)
 
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rocomath said:
Ok, I have my card infront of me.

I have: subscriber id, group number, payer id, and card number ... but not "Policy Number"

Which is it? Thanks!
On insurance forms, I've been told to use my "subscriber ID" when it asks for the Policy number.

Your card should have a toll free number on it, call them and ask which to use.
 
It must be a regional matter. Both my Alberta Health insurance and my car insurance have a policy number clearly printed on them.
 
Danger said:
It must be a regional matter. Both my Alberta Health insurance and my car insurance have a policy number clearly printed on them.

Certainly, it's that great big region to the south of Canada. My AB Health and my car insurance both have a policy number on them as well.
 
NeoDevin said:
Certainly, it's that great big region to the south of Canada.

Ahhh, the Gamma Quadrant. We just keep our shields maintained and pretend that it doesn't exist. :biggrin:
 
If we ignore them, will they go away?
 
I'm still hoping, but it hasn't worked yet.
 

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