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PAP905 - Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Accreditation Guidelines - Updated policy verbiage throughout to reflect current InterQual standards for PHP programs. Added verbiage regarding staff licensing and supervision within PHP programs.
Blue Cross of Idaho·ID · Psychiatry·Medical Policy
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Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross of Idaho updated their Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) accreditation guidelines to align with current InterQual standards and added new requirements for staff licensing and supervision documentation within PHP programs.
Action Required
Immediately: Behavioral health providers offering PHP services must ensure all staff licensing and supervision documentation meets the updated requirements. Verify that clinical oversight, supervision, and documentation review comply with professional licensing board standards. Update prior authorization submissions to include comprehensive staff credentials and organizational supervision structure as outlined in the revised policy.