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Network News - 3rd Quarter 2017
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana·LA · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pain Management +2 more·Provider News
Effective date
Jan 1, 2018
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is implementing new opioid drug coverage policies starting January 1, 2018, with changes applying as member benefit plans renew. The insurer has developed an Opioid Prescribing Toolkit to explain coverage policy and aid providers when treating patients for pain.
Action Required
By January 1, 2018: Providers must review and implement Blue Cross Louisiana's new opioid prescribing policies. Access the Opioid Prescribing Toolkit at www.BCBSLA.com/providers >Pharmacy to understand new coverage guidelines. Update prescribing practices and documentation requirements for opioid medications to ensure compliance with new policies as member benefit plans renew.