How can I file electronically?

There are 3 options to file electronically:

• Enter bills through PEB using the Direct Entry application NEW, see PEB registration.
• Upload billing files directly through PEB, see PEB registration.
• Use an intermediary/clearinghouse, see Clearinghouse registration.

• PEB registration
• Clearinghouse registration
• Common questions

What is Provider Express Billing (PEB)?

PEB is a secure way to submit bills for injured workers' compensation and/or retrieve remittances online.

What are the benefits of PEB?

• It can save you money. Download our Cost Comparison Estimator (28 KB Excel file) to see if you could be saving money.
• Your bills are received and processed faster.
• Your electronic remittances are available sooner.
• Keying errors are reduced.
• Billings and electronic remittances are transmitted securely.

Is there anything I need to do to use PEB?

There is a simple 5 step process to ensure secure transactions and to be able to use PEB. If you are using Direct Entry, you only need to complete steps 2 through 4.:

1. Obtain billing software that can create or be modified to send an ASCII text file in either L&I's current formats or the national HIPAA-compliant formats.
• HCFA format specifications (471 KB PDF / 3 min).
• HIPAA Companion Guide (605 KB PDF / 3 min).
• Pharmacy remittance advice (381 KB PDF)
2. Apply for an L&I provider account, if you don't already have one by completing a Provider Account Application and Notice form (F248-011-000).
3. Complete an Electronic Billing Authorization form (F248-031-000).
• Note: If someone else is going to receive your remittances, complete a Power of Attorney for Electronic Remittance Advice (F248-355-000).
4. Register with SecureAccess Washington.
5. Submit electronic test file(s) until approved to submit production files.

Additional information

For more information see the FAQ or contact:

Electronic Billing Unit
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
PO Box 44263
Olympia WA 98504-4263

360-902-6511 or ebulni@Lni.wa.gov

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