Who is affected by this change?

This affects Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island in RI on All Plans plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Oct 1, 2023.

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New policy

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Physician / Facility

Effective date

Oct 1, 2023

We identified it

Jun 19, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

BCBS Rhode Island has created a new policy for Digital Health Technologies - Therapeutic Application coverage effective October 1, 2023. This policy establishes coverage criteria and billing guidelines for therapeutic digital health applications and services.

Action Required

Action needed

By October 1, 2023: Billing team must review the full Digital Health Technologies - Therapeutic Application policy text at bcbsri.com under Medical Policy heading to understand coverage criteria, documentation requirements, and applicable billing codes. Update billing workflows and staff training for therapeutic digital health services to ensure compliance with new coverage guidelines.

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