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October 2019 BlueLink is Now Available

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield·Provider News
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

CareFirst has released the October 2019 BlueLink newsletter containing multiple policy updates including changes to member cost-share initiatives, new NCCI guidelines for hospitals and ASCs, FEP prior approval drug programs, genetic testing prior authorization reminders, and various CPT code and policy updates for October.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Review the full BlueLink newsletter at carefirst.com/bluelink for specific details on all policy changes. Billing team should pay special attention to: 1) New NCCI guidelines for hospital and ASC billing, 2) Updated genetic testing prior authorization requirements, 3) October CPT code updates, 4) Updated R881 code usage for DRG claims, and 5) Correct billing codes for assistant surgeons. Share newsletter with all office staff and implement any specific changes detailed in the full policy documents.

Affected Billing Codes

R881

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