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New Virtual Mental Health Program: Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont·VT · Psychiatry, Pediatrics·Provider News
Effective date
Aug 1, 2026
We identified it
Aug 4, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross VT is launching a new virtual mental health program offering Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through Valera Health, available to patients age 12 and older. The 24-week program addresses emotion dysregulation and behavioral dyscontrol. Patients can self-refer directly to Valera Health at (646) 450-7748, with no billing code changes or prior authorization requirements mentioned.
Action Required
No immediate billing system changes required. Informational only: Providers may educate patients about this DBT resource and provide the Valera Health contact number (646) 450-7748 to eligible patients. Monitor for future updates if coverage or billing guidance is clarified. No billing codes, prior authorization, or documentation changes have been specified for this program announcement.