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CareFirst Formulary Updates Effective January 1, 2026
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Pharmacy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is updating their prescription drug formulary effective January 1, 2026, which may include adding new drugs, changing drug tiers, adjusting utilization management requirements, and removing certain medications. This affects patients with CareFirst prescription drug benefits and requires providers to review the changes to understand impacts on patient coverage.
Action Required
By January 1, 2026: Clinical and billing staff must review the CareFirst formulary update summary to identify which medications prescribed to CareFirst patients are affected. Update prescription protocols and inform providers of any tier changes, new utilization management requirements, or drug removals that may require alternative medications or prior authorizations.