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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Physician / Behavioral Health
Effective date
Apr 1, 2025
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 appointments by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance.
Action Required
By April 1, 2025: Front desk staff should be aware that BCBSRI members have access to dedicated urgent behavioral health appointment slots. No billing changes required, but staff should inform BCBSRI members they can contact BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance scheduling urgent behavioral health appointments.