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Blue Cross Blue Shield of WyomingCommercial · Prior Auth · Prior Authorization · WYHigh impact

COVID-19 Update

Act
immediately
Effective date
Not stated in the notice
Identified
Jun 19, 2026

Summary

BCBSWY has waived prior authorization requirements for COVID-19 diagnostic testing and treatment services, eliminated member cost-sharing for recommended testing, and relaxed early refill limits on maintenance medications. This removes billing barriers for COVID-19 related care.

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What to do

immediately · 3 steps
01Update billing system to remove prior authorization requirements for COVID-19 diagnostic tests and treatment services for BCBSWY members.
02Ensure front desk staff know member cost-sharing is waived for recommended COVID-19 testing.
03Update pharmacy refill protocols to allow early refills on 30-day maintenance prescriptions and promote 90-day mail options.

Original notice

COVID-19 Update
bcbswy.com · Always check the source before changing claims.
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