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Reimbursement Policy Updates
BCBS Illinois·IL · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Reimbursement
Effective date
Mar 9, 2026
We identified it
Jun 16, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois updated two reimbursement policies: RP005 Home Health Care Policy (effective March 9, 2026) and CPCPLAB044 Lyme Disease Testing (effective April 1, 2026). This is a notification of policy updates with specific effective dates for different services.
Action Required
By March 9, 2026: Review updated RP005 Home Health Care Policy on the BCBS Illinois RP page and ensure billing practices align with new requirements. By April 1, 2026: Review updated CPCPLAB044 Lyme Disease Testing policy and update billing procedures accordingly. Access full policy details at the BCBS Illinois provider portal.