Washington Direct Entry Billing Manual is an online system used by healthcare providers in Washington State for submitting health care claims electronically to the Washington Health Care Authority (HCA). The system allows providers to submit claims through a secure web portal and provides a secure file transfer mechanism for submitting HIPAA-compliant 837 electronic claim files. It includes the following components: 1. Washington Direct Entry Provider Manual — This manual provides detailed information about the Washington Direct Entry Billing Manual system, the types of claims that can be submitted, the eligibility requirements, and the benefits of using the system. 2. Washington Direct Entry Claim Submission Guide — This guide provides detailed instructions on how to submit claims through the system, including how to register for an account, how to submit claims, and how to review claim status. 3. Washington Direct Entry Billing Reference Guide — This guide provides detailed information about billing procedures, codes, and forms related to claim submission through the system. 4. Washington Direct Entry Claim Status Guide — This guide provides information on how to check the status of submitted claims, including how to check claim status online and how to contact the HCA for additional assistance. 5. Washington Direct Entry Provider Education Materials — This package includes education materials for providers on how to use the system, including webinars, FAQs, and tutorials.