CommercialCoverageMedium impact
NOCD
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Apr 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has introduced NOCD as a new virtual behavioral health solution for commercial members ages 5 and older with OCD and related disorders, effective April 1, 2026. Providers can refer patients using a specific NOCD provider referral form for specialized virtual therapy services.
Action Required
Before April 1, 2026: Providers treating patients with OCD, tic disorders, hoarding disorder, excoriation disorder, trichotillomania, or co-occurring PTSD should familiarize themselves with the NOCD referral process. Access and bookmark the NOCD provider referral form from the BCBS RI provider portal for patient referrals to virtual behavioral health services.