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Individual Market Portfolio Changes for January 2026
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Provider Update
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI is introducing a new BlueCHiP Direct 7000/14000 plan and discontinuing the BasicBlue Direct 5500/11000 plan effective January 1, 2026. Members currently on the discontinued plan will be automatically transitioned to VantageBlue Direct 6000/12000.
Action Required
Before January 1, 2026: Billing team must update patient insurance verification systems to recognize the new BlueCHiP Direct 7000/14000 plan. Update eligibility verification processes to identify patients transitioning from BasicBlue Direct 5500/11000 to VantageBlue Direct 6000/12000. Verify patient benefits and coverage details for all affected members during the transition period.