# NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits) pharmacy billing reference

BIN 610068, switch NDC, carrier ESI. Help desk 888-511-4666. Always confirm the numbers on the patient's card.

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## BIN

**610068.** The 6-digit number for this adjudicator. Confirm it on the patient's card.

## Network switch

**NDC.** Adjudication network: Express Scripts Canada (ESI).

## Carrier code

**ESI.** ESI Carrier 15 (IHS) / NIHB via ESI

## Help desk

**888-511-4666.** Carrier help desk for claim rejections and setup.

## Card formats

### Registration / Status Number

**1234567890.** 10-digit AANDC registration number (3-digit band + 7-digit ID) or B-number (B + 8 digits)

### Group Number

**Group Number.** Usually not required for NIHB

## Notes for pharmacy staff

- First payer is set to Y. IHS carrier code 15 on ESI network.
- First payer (government). Bill before any private insurance. ESI network.

## What is the BIN for NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits)?

610068 on the NDC switch. Always confirm the BIN printed on the patient's card before submitting.

## What does the registration / status number look like?

10-digit AANDC registration number (3-digit band + 7-digit ID) or B-number (B + 8 digits)

## What is the NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits) help desk number?

888-511-4666.

## Is NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits) billed first?

Yes. NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits) is a first payer: bill it before private plans.