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[Ohio] Updated Commercial provider manual available, effective
Anthem BCBS·OH·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 1, 2026
We identified it
May 3, 2026
Summary
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Ohio) has released an updated Commercial provider manual effective August 1, 2026. This is an informational bulletin directing providers to access the new manual on the Anthem provider website to ensure they have current policies, guidelines, and procedures. The previous manual versions remain available in the Provider Manual Library for reference.
Action Required
By August 1, 2026: Billing team and clinical staff should review the updated Anthem Ohio Commercial provider manual on the Anthem provider website (Resources > Policies, Guidelines & Manuals > Provider Manual). Download and distribute the manual to all relevant staff members. Ensure familiarity with any policy changes contained in the updated manual to maintain compliance with Anthem requirements. While this is an informational notice, failure to implement any substantive policy changes outlined in the manual could result in claim denials or compliance issues.