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April 2022 BlueLink is Now Available
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Provider News
Effective date
Jun 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst has released the April 2022 BlueLink newsletter containing multiple policy updates including new prior authorization requirements for genetic testing and attended sleep studies, new ClaimsXten edits effective June 2022, and medication changes to prior authorization lists effective June 1, 2022.
Action Required
By June 1, 2022: Billing team must update systems to require prior authorization for genetic testing and attended sleep studies. Review and implement new ClaimsXten edits for June 2022. Update prior authorization lists for medications effective June 1st. Access full details at carefirst.com/bluelink and share newsletter with all office staff to ensure compliance with multiple policy changes.