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Introducing CarePath: What Providers Need to Know
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming·WY · Orthopedics·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Aug 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSWY is launching CarePath, a new Site of Care program that will require prior authorization for Total Knee surgeries starting August 2026. The program aims to direct members to cost-effective care settings and includes a mandatory webinar for billing and prior authorization staff on June 24.
Action Required
By June 24: Billing and prior authorization staff must attend the CarePath webinar (10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. MST) to learn implementation details. Before August 2026: Update prior authorization workflows for Total Knee surgeries to comply with new Site of Care requirements. Monitor for additional details from the webinar regarding specific authorization processes.