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BCBSRI Behavioral Health Urgent Access Appointments
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Jan 1, 2025
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has established dedicated urgent access appointment slots exclusively for BCBS Rhode Island members needing 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 inform BCBSRI members that urgent behavioral health appointments are available with dedicated time slots. Train scheduling staff to mention this option when BCBSRI members call for urgent behavioral health needs. Consider contacting BCBSRI Behavioral Health Case Management for assistance with scheduling if needed.