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Update to Member Cost Sharing for Treatment of COVID-19

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Provider News
Effective date
Sep 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Effective September 1, 2021, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield will resume charging members cost-sharing (copays, coinsurance, deductibles) for most COVID-19 treatments, but will continue to waive member costs specifically for monoclonal antibody treatments. COVID-19 vaccinations remain at zero cost share.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Billing team must update patient financial counseling scripts to inform CareFirst commercial members that cost-sharing now applies to most COVID-19 treatments except monoclonal antibody therapy. Update front desk staff to collect copays/deductibles for COVID treatment visits. Verify eligibility and benefits via CareFirst Direct or provider service number before COVID treatment appointments.