Medicare AdvantageCoverageMedium impact
Annual Well Visits are now allowed up to two times per calendar year
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +1 more·Physician
Effective date
Mar 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island now allows Medicare Advantage members to have two Annual Well Visits per calendar year instead of just one. Providers are encouraged to schedule the first visit early in the year to ensure timely preventive care.
Action Required
Immediately: Update scheduling systems and front desk protocols to allow Medicare Advantage members to schedule up to two Annual Well Visits per calendar year. Train scheduling staff to prioritize first visits early in the year. Ensure all visits continue to meet standard documentation and coding requirements for Annual Well Visits.