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April 2023 BlueLink is Now Available
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Provider News
Effective date
Jul 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst has released their April 2023 BlueLink newsletter with multiple policy updates including new prior authorization requirements for transplant codes and attended sleep studies, medication prior auth changes effective July 1, 2023, and reminders about existing genetic testing prior authorization requirements.
Action Required
By July 1, 2023: Billing team must update prior authorization workflows for transplant codes and new medications added to the prior auth list. Review the full BlueLink issue at carefirst.com/bluelink to identify specific codes and medications affected. Update billing system rules and staff training materials. Also ensure genetic testing prior authorization processes are in place as this requirement remains active.