CommercialPrior AuthMedium impact
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 will no longer need prior authorization for any services, treatments, or procedures (except medications) for all BCBSRI lines of business. This waiver applies whether they are the treating or ordering physician.
Action Required
By December 15, 2025: Billing team must update prior authorization workflows to exclude oncologists affiliated with Brown Cancer Institute from PA requirements for all services except medications. Update billing system rules and staff training materials to reflect this waiver for all BCBSRI plan types.