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BCBSND Updates Prompt Pay Requirements
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota·ND·Provider News
Effective date
Feb 12, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSND has updated their prompt pay requirements, committing to pay clean electronic claims within 30 days and clean paper claims within 45 days for commercial lines of business only. They are implementing new systems to track claim status and apply interest when payment deadlines are not met.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review BCBSND provider manual for claim submission best practices to ensure claims meet 'clean claim' requirements. Monitor BCBSND commercial claim payments to ensure they meet the 30-day electronic/45-day paper payment timeline. Contact Provider Service at 800-368-2312 if payment delays occur beyond these timeframes.