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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Physician / Behavioral Health
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent access appointment slots for behavioral health services (outpatient therapy and medication management) exclusively for BCBSRI members. Members can schedule these urgent appointments by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance.
Action Required
By January 1, 2026: Front desk staff should update scheduling procedures to accommodate BCBSRI urgent behavioral health appointments in dedicated time slots. Train staff on the option to direct BCBSRI members to contact BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management if urgent slots are unavailable. Update patient information materials to include this benefit for BCBSRI members.