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Pharmacy Medical Policy Updates
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas·KS · Oncology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology +4 more·Pharmacy
Effective date
Jun 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Kansas will update policies for over 40 prescription drugs and medical pharmacy solutions programs on May 1, 2026, with an effective date of June 1, 2026. This includes major medications like oncology drugs, weight loss agents, and specialty infusion therapies that may require prior authorization changes.
Action Required
Before June 1, 2026: Billing team must review updated prior authorization requirements for all listed prescription drugs and medical pharmacy solutions on the BCBSKS Prior Authorization page and Medical Pharmacy Policies (GatewayPA) page. Update billing system rules and encounter forms to reflect any new prior auth requirements for affected medications including oncology drugs, weight loss agents, and specialty infusion therapies. Contact BCBSKS provider relations representative for clarification on specific changes.