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Policies recently reviewed for annual update
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Bariatrics, General Surgery, Pain Management +9 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Apr 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has completed annual reviews of 24 medical policies effective April 1, 2025. The billing team should review the updated full policy texts available on the provider website to identify any changes to coverage, prior authorization requirements, or billing guidelines for these specific treatments and procedures.
Action Required
By April 1, 2025: Billing team must review all 24 updated policy texts on bcbsri.com provider section to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, and billing guidelines. Pay special attention to bariatrics, wound therapy, mental health mandates, and diagnostic procedures. Update billing software rules and encounter forms based on any identified changes in the full policy texts.