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Coverage Eligibility of Services Associated With a Cancer Clinical Trial
BCBS Arizona·AZ · Oncology, Hematology·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jul 15, 2025
We identified it
Jun 16, 2026
Summary
BCBS Arizona updated their cancer clinical trial coverage policy, establishing specific eligibility criteria for covering standard medical services associated with eligible cancer clinical trials conducted within Arizona state borders. The policy requires notification to BCBSAZ and voluntary participation, with out-of-network providers needing signed agreements.
Action Required
By July 15, 2025: Billing team must establish workflow to notify BCBS Arizona when patients enroll in cancer clinical trials within Arizona. Create process to obtain Letters of Agreement (LOA) from out-of-network providers before trial participation. Update system to flag cancer clinical trial patients for proper benefit administration and ensure documentation shows trial meets Arizona law requirements.