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We have updated our access to care standards for PCP’s and Behavioral Health Providers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +3 more·Provider Update
Effective date
Nov 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has updated their access to care standards for Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and Behavioral Health Providers, which may affect appointment scheduling requirements and network adequacy standards that could impact patient access and referral processes.
Action Required
Immediately: Review updated access to care standards on BCBS RI provider portal to understand new appointment scheduling requirements for PCPs and behavioral health providers. Ensure compliance with any new timeframe requirements for routine, urgent, and emergent appointments. Update scheduling protocols if necessary to meet new standards.