CommercialPrior AuthHigh impact
Updates to BCBSWY COVID-19 Response
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming·WY·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Apr 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Wyoming has extended COVID-19 related benefits through 8/31/20, including waived cost-sharing for telemedicine visits, COVID-19 treatment and testing. The policy requires coverage of COVID-19 diagnostic testing without prior authorization, cost-share, or medical management requirements for fully insured members.
Action Required
By 8/31/20: Billing team must ensure COVID-19 diagnostic testing claims are submitted without prior authorization requests. Update billing system to waive cost-sharing for telemedicine visits and COVID-19 treatment for BCBS Wyoming fully insured members. Verify self-funded plan participation before applying benefits. Claims for antibody testing for return-to-work or surveillance purposes will be denied.