CommercialCoverageMedium impact
New policies
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Pulmonology, Oncology, Ophthalmology +1 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Jul 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has created five new medical policies covering Lung Liquid Biopsy, Retinal Prosthesis, COVID-19 Diagnostic Testing After PHE end date, Telemedicine Services for Medicare Advantage Plans, and Maximum Units. Each policy may have different effective dates and billing teams must review the full policy text on the provider website to understand specific coverage criteria and billing requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must access bcbsri.com provider section under Medical Policy heading to review full text of all five new policies (Lung Liquid Biopsy, Retinal Prosthesis, COVID-19 Diagnostic Testing After PHE end date, Telemedicine Services for Medicare Advantage Plans, and Maximum Units). Document specific billing codes, coverage criteria, and prior authorization requirements for each policy. Update billing software and encounter forms as needed based on policy requirements.