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BCBS IllinoisCommercial · Administrative · General · ILMedium impact

Verify Your Directory Information Every 90 Days

Effective date
Feb 23, 2026
Identified
Jun 16, 2026
Replaced. This version was replaced by Verify Your Directory Information Every 90 Days (published Nov 6, 2026).

Summary

Healthcare providers contracted with BCBSIL must now verify their directory information every 90 days to comply with Illinois Healthcare Protection Act and federal requirements. This includes submitting complete rosters, updating demographic information, and ensuring office staff can provide accurate information to members.

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What to do

Action · 6 steps
01Every 90 days: Commercial provider groups must submit complete rosters quarterly.
02Commercial solo providers should submit rosters or use Demographic Change Form.
03Commercial facilities, labs, and dental providers must verify information using Demographic Change Form.
04HMO Medical Groups continue monthly roster submissions.
05Office staff must maintain up-to-date practice information including locations, phone numbers, specialty, and appointment availability.
06Update information with BCBSIL, CAQH Provider Data Portal, and National Provider Identifier Registry when changes occur.
If missed: Failure to verify may affect continued network participation.

Original notice

Verify Your Directory Information Every 90 Days
bcbsil.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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