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Reminder: Provider Discounted Cash Rates
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota·ND·Provider News
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSND reminds providers that when offering discounted cash rates to patients, the discount must be available to all patients regardless of insurance status, and the discounted amount must be submitted as the customary charge to BCBSND to remain compliant with provider agreements.
Action Required
Immediately: Review current discount practices to ensure compliance. If offering cash discounts, verify they are available to all patients regardless of insurance status. Update billing procedures to submit discounted rates as customary charges to BCBSND. Contact BCBSND contracting team at provider.contracting@bcbsnd.com with questions about compliance.