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Policies recently reviewed for annual update
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) +4 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Jul 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has completed annual reviews of 15 medical policies effective July 1, 2023, covering various treatments from cartilage repair to hearing aids. The billing team should review the updated policy texts available on the provider portal to identify any changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, or billing procedures.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and providers should access bcbsri.com Provider section to review the full text of all 15 updated policies listed to identify specific changes to coverage criteria, prior authorization requirements, and billing procedures. Pay special attention to policies affecting your practice's common procedures such as cartilage treatments, bone stimulation, hearing aids, and spinal procedures.