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Regence insurance coverage of COVID-19 vaccinations remains unchanged
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon·ID, OR, UT, WA · Allergy & Immunology, Family Medicine, Pediatrics +1 more·Provider News
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Sep 18, 2025
Summary
Regence confirms that COVID-19 vaccination coverage for ages 6 months and older remains unchanged through the end of 2025, addressing recent public concerns about potential coverage discontinuation. Regence members continue to receive preventive COVID-19 vaccines at no cost when using in-network providers; out-of-network vaccines may require upfront payment and claim submission for reimbursement.
Action Required
No immediate billing workflow changes required. This is a clarification that existing coverage continues unchanged through December 31, 2025. Billing teams should be aware that COVID-19 vaccine claims for Regence members ages 6 months and older will continue to be covered at no cost when billed through in-network providers. If members pay out-of-pocket at out-of-network locations, ensure claims submitted to Regence include itemized receipts for processing.