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CAA Mandate – CareFirst Updates Provider Portal
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Provider News
Effective date
Feb 28, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst requires providers to update and attest their directory information every 90 days through a new self-service tool in the CareFirst Direct portal, starting with an initial deadline of March 31. This is mandated by the Consolidated Appropriations Act and affects how patients find providers and contact practices.
Action Required
By March 31, 2022: Practice administrators must register for CareFirst Direct portal if not already done, request 'Demographic Information' access to update provider directory details, and complete initial attestation of all provider information. Going forward: Update and attest provider directory information every 90 days through the Provider Updates and Attestation link. Failure to maintain current information may result in directory listing being disabled.