CSHCN 2009 > TMHP Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) > Step 1 - Choose How Claims Are Submitted

36.4.1 TexMedConnect

TexMedConnect is a free, web-based, claims submission application provided by TMHP. Technical support and training for TexMedConnect are also available free from TMHP. Providers can submit claims, eligibility requests, claim status inquiries, appeals, and download ER&S reports (in either PDF or ANSI 835 formats) using TexMedConnect. TexMedConnect can interactively submit individual claims that are processed in seconds. To use TexMedConnect, providers must have Internet access and one of the following Internet browsers:

•Microsoft® Internet Explorer®

•Netscape Navigator®

Although TexMedConnect will work with Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 and Netscape Navigator, TMHP only offers technical support for TexMedConnect when it is used with Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0. A broadband connection is recommended but not required. Providers that use TexMedConnect can find the online instruction manual on the homepage and on the EDI page of the TMHP website at www.tmhp.com.