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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Physician / Behavioral Health
Effective date
Jun 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent appointment time slots with behavioral health providers throughout Rhode Island exclusively for BCBSRI members. Members can access urgent behavioral health services like outpatient therapy and medication management by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management.
Action Required
By June 1, 2026: Front desk staff should update patient scheduling protocols to inform BCBSRI members about dedicated urgent behavioral health appointment slots. Add BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management contact information to patient resources and train staff on referral process for urgent behavioral health needs.