ATTENTION: Dial up Trading Partners submitting to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Discontinuation of X, Y and Z Modem Telecommunications

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas will discontinue the dial-up X, Y and Z Modem communications as of 12/31/08.

What does this mean to you?

If you are not transmitting claims through the ASK Web site or through an FTP connection you may be using a software such as Hyperterminal to connect to the EDI Menu. As of 12/31/08 the EDI Menu will be eliminated.

Why is X, Y and Z modem being discontinued?

Technology has improved over the last several years making these transfer protocols obsolete. Internet or FTP transmissions are secure and fast.

**Please note: The preferred method of transmitting and receiving electronic transactions is through the ASK web site. For an interactive tour or to get started please select ASK: Trading Partner - Login

If you or your vendor need further information concerning telecommunications options supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas this can be found in our Telecommunications Manual