CommercialReimbursementMedium impact
COVID-19 Update to Vaccine Administration Rate
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·MD, DC, VA, WV · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +1 more·Reimbursement
Effective date
Apr 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst increased payment rates for COVID-19 vaccine administration effective April 1, 2021. Providers should check their updated fee schedules in the CareFirst provider portal for the new reimbursement amounts.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should log into the CareFirst provider portal using the provided User Guide to view updated fee schedules for COVID-19 vaccine administration. Review billing instructions for COVID-19 services on the Coronavirus Resource Center to ensure compliance with updated rates.