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Watch for Recommendations on Cost-Effective Lab Providers
BCBS Texas·TX·General
Effective date
Apr 1, 2026
We identified it
May 3, 2026
Summary
Starting April 1, 2026, CareHive Health will contact providers and members with recommendations for cost-effective, in-network laboratory providers for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas individual and family plan members. This is an informational change about a new cost-management outreach program that doesn't require changes to billing practices.
Action Required
By April 1, 2026: Be prepared to receive fax or phone communications from CareHive Health regarding cost-effective lab provider recommendations for BCBSTX individual and family plan members. No billing process changes required - this is informational only.