CommercialCoverageMedium impact
New Behavioral Health Program - Equip Health Medical PC
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Aug 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has introduced a new behavioral health program called Equip Health Medical PC, which provides virtual outpatient eating disorder treatment through a 5-person care team over 24 months across three phases. This program offers unlimited video sessions, messaging, and comprehensive family-focused treatment for eating disorders.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should contact BCBS Rhode Island to obtain specific billing codes, prior authorization requirements, and claims submission procedures for the new Equip Health Medical PC eating disorder program. Update provider networks and referral processes to include this virtual behavioral health option for eating disorder patients.