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Coronavirus Updates - Here's What You Need to Know

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Jul 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is ending temporary COVID-19 policy changes on June 30, 2020. Starting July 1, 2020, all normal prior authorization requirements, notifications, discharge planning, and concurrent reviews will resume.

Action Required

Action needed
By July 1, 2020: Billing team and providers must resume all standard CareFirst prior authorization procedures, notifications, and discharge planning protocols that were temporarily suspended during COVID-19. Update workflow to include concurrent review requirements. Failure to follow normal authorization procedures will result in claim processing delays or denials.