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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Physician / Behavioral Health
Effective date
Aug 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent appointment time slots exclusively for their members seeking behavioral health services like outpatient therapy and medication management. Members can access these appointments by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance.
Action Required
By August 1, 2025: If your practice provides behavioral health services and participates with BCBSRI, coordinate with BCBSRI to establish dedicated urgent appointment slots for their members. Front desk staff should be aware that BCBSRI members can access urgent behavioral health appointments through direct calls or BCBSRI Case Management referrals.