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Network News - 4th Quarter 2019
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana·LA·Provider News
Effective date
Jan 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana has implemented multiple changes for 2020 including new provider directory requirements (minimum 16 hours/week availability), new Precision Blue HMO network in specific parishes, billing guideline updates for dry needling and hearing aids, and transition to fully digital credentialing applications.
Action Required
By January 1, 2020: Review and update practice location hours in provider directories to meet new 16-hour minimum weekly availability requirement. Update credentialing processes to use new digital DocuSign applications when available. Verify member benefits for new Precision Blue HMO network in Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Pointe Coupee and West Baton Rouge parishes. Review 2020 Product Enhancement Guide for additional benefit changes affecting your practice.