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BCBSRI behavioral health urgent access appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Physician / Behavioral Health
Effective date
Feb 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent access appointment slots exclusively for their members seeking behavioral health services like outpatient therapy and medication management. Members can schedule these urgent appointments by calling providers directly or contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance.
Action Required
Immediately: Front desk staff should be aware that BCBSRI members can access dedicated urgent behavioral health appointment slots. No billing system changes required, but staff should be prepared to accommodate BCBSRI urgent access requests and inform members they can also contact BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for scheduling assistance.