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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Nov 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent access appointment slots for behavioral health services like outpatient therapy and medication management exclusively for BCBSRI members. Members can schedule by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance.
Action Required
No immediate billing changes required. Front desk staff should be aware that BCBSRI members may reference urgent access slots when scheduling behavioral health appointments. Consider noting this access option when scheduling BCBSRI behavioral health patients.