CommercialDocumentationMedium impact
Documentation Reminders
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota·ND·Provider News
Effective date
Sep 25, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota issued documentation reminders emphasizing proper medical record requirements for successful audits. The policy reinforces existing documentation standards including patient identification, dates of service, provider signatures, treatment plans, and specific requirements for drug codes and diagnostic services.
Action Required
Immediately: Review current documentation practices against BCBSND requirements in provider manuals (Medicaid Expansion pages 18-19, Commercial pages 46-47). Ensure all medical records include patient name/DOB on each page, service dates, provider signatures, chief complaints, services provided, treatment plans, NDC numbers for drugs, and diagnostic service orders. Providers must document intent for all diagnostic tests ordered. Incomplete documentation may result in audit failures and claim denials.