Making Bill Payments Simple with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana

Paying your health insurance premiums should be simple and straightforward. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana offers multiple options for members to easily pay their monthly bills. Whether you prefer paying online, by mail, phone or in person, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana has a payment solution for you.

Online Bill Pay

AccessBlue, the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana member portal, is the best way for many members to pay their monthly premium. It’s easy to see your bill, pay it, and see your payment history all in one place once you log in to your AccessBlue account.

Online bill pay through AccessBlue allows you to securely pay your premium by debit card, credit card or electronic check. You can also set up recurring payments so your monthly premium is automatically deducted. This ensures your payment is made on time every month.

Pay By Phone

You can pay your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana premium over the phone if you’d rather talk to someone. If you call 1-800-495-2583, one of our customer service reps will help you make a payment.

When paying by phone, have your member ID number, invoice amount and payment information ready. We accept payments by debit/credit card, electronic check or e-check Our phone lines are open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm

Pay By Mail

Sending a check or money order by mail is another hassle-free way to pay your monthly premium. Simply fill out the payment coupon from your invoice and mail it along with your payment to:

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of LA – Group PaymentsP.O Box 650007Dallas, TX 75265-000

Be sure to include your member ID on the check or money order and allow 7-10 days for delivery, Payments can also be mailed to one of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana regional offices Addresses are located on the back of your invoice

Pay In Person

For those who prefer paying in person, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana offers multiple office locations statewide where you can drop off a payment. Payments by check, money order or cashier’s check are accepted Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm at the following offices:

• Baton Rouge Headquarters Office
• Alexandria Office
• Lafayette Office
• Lake Charles Office
• Monroe Office
• New Orleans Office
• Shreveport Office
• Thibodaux Office

Visit the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana website for exact addresses of each location. Payments made in person are processed same-day.

Payment Flexibility for Groups

If you manage payments for a group health plan with multiple employees, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana offers flexibility in payment options. Payments can be made by a single check for the entire group amount due or individual checks per employee.

Group managers also have the option to pay monthly premiums in one lump sum annually, quarterly or monthly. Discuss the best payment schedule for your group with your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana sales representative.

Avoid Late Fees and Coverage Lapse

To avoid any late payment fees or possible lapse in coverage, be sure to pay your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana premium by the due date listed on your invoice. Payments are due on the 1st day of each month.

Review your invoice carefully each month and notify Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana immediately if you see any discrepancies or changes in covered employees. This helps ensure your next invoice amount is accurate.

Check Payment Processing Times

Depending on your payment method, keep these payment processing times in mind:

• Online – Instantly processed

• Phone – 1-2 business days

• Mail – 7-10 business days

• In person – Same day

Allow extra processing time if paying close to your due date. Online and in person payments have the fastest turnaround.

Avoid Coverage Disruptions

The last thing anyone needs is an unexpected gap in health coverage. By paying your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana premium on time each month, you can have peace of mind knowing your health insurance coverage remains active.

Review your payment and billing details regularly in your AccessBlue account. Notify us immediately of any life events like marriage, divorce, new dependents, change of address or employment changes.

Keeping this information up-to-date ensures your coverage stays intact when you need it most. Don’t take a chance with gaps in health insurance. Choose Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana and rely on our convenient payment options.