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Coronavirus Updates - Here’s What You Need to Know
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Coding
Effective date
Apr 6, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CareFirst has temporarily expanded telemedicine coverage during the coronavirus pandemic and is waiving cost sharing for fully insured members with in-network telemedicine visits. They have also updated utilization management policies to reduce administrative burdens on healthcare systems.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should review CareFirst's Telemedicine Guidance section for updated billing procedures for telemedicine visits. Do not collect copays, coinsurance, or deductibles from fully insured CareFirst members for telemedicine visits with in-network providers. If cost sharing is owed after claim processing, bill members normally. Check the COVID-19 Prior Authorization Process section for updated utilization management requirements.