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Prior authorization waiver for oncologists affiliated with Brown Cancer Institute
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Oncology·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Dec 15, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Effective December 15, 2025, oncologists affiliated with Brown Cancer Institute no longer need prior authorization for any services, treatments, or procedures, except medications. This waiver also applies when these oncologists are the ordering physicians for services.
Action Required
Before December 15, 2025: Billing team must update prior authorization workflows to exclude oncologists affiliated with Brown Cancer Institute from prior auth requirements for all services except medications. Update billing system rules and staff training materials to reflect this waiver. Verify oncologist credentialing with Brown Cancer Institute before processing claims without prior auth.