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Prior Authorization Code Changes for Commercial Members, Effective July 1, 2025
Act
by Jul 1, 2025
Effective date
Jul 1, 2025
Identified
Jan 12, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas is updating prior authorization requirements for commercial members effective July 1, 2025. Changes include new codes for non-emergency air ambulance, genetic testing, and medical oncology requiring prior auth, plus updates to specialty drug codes.
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What to do
by Jul 1, 2025 · 4 steps
01Billing team must update prior authorization workflows for BCBSTX commercial members.
02Review updated prior authorization lists for fully insured and ASO plans on the BCBSTX website.
03Update billing system to check eligibility and benefits through Availity Essentials before rendering services for non-emergency air ambulance, genetic testing, medical oncology, and specialty drug services.
04Train staff that services performed without required prior authorization may be denied and providers cannot seek reimbursement from members.
Original notice
Prior Authorization Code Changes for Commercial Members, Effective July 1, 2025
bcbstx.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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