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[Virginia] Flu prevention starts with a trusted conversation
Anthem BCBS·VA·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 1, 2026
We identified it
Aug 2, 2026
Summary
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Virginia) has issued an educational bulletin encouraging providers to lead proactive flu vaccination conversations with members, particularly high-risk populations, during the 2026 flu season. The policy provides resources, conversation guides, and information about HEDIS immunization measures but does not introduce new billing requirements, coverage changes, or prior authorization mandates.
Action Required
No billing system changes required. This is an educational bulletin only. Providers and clinical staff may optionally review provided resources (Let's Vaccinate conversation guides, CDC materials, and the on-demand CME webinar on HEDIS immunization measures) to improve flu vaccination rates. No documentation, coding, or reimbursement changes are mandated. Practices should be aware that PatientPoint campaign messaging may appear in offices this season to reinforce vaccination messaging to members.