Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeMedium impact
MAPAP306 - Admission Requirements - Updated to include notification to PCP of Notice of Admission and Discharge
Blue Cross of Idaho·ID · Emergency Medicine·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross of Idaho updated their admission requirements policy to require notification to the primary care provider (PCP) within 3 days of both admission and discharge for Medicare Advantage members. This adds a new administrative requirement for facilities managing inpatient admissions.
Action Required
Immediately: Update admission and discharge workflows to ensure notification to the patient's primary care provider (PCP) within 3 days of admission and within 3 days of discharge. Discharge notifications must include complete discharge summary and medication reconciliation. Designate staff responsible for PCP notifications and establish tracking system to ensure compliance within the 3-day timeframe.