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Help us welcome our new Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Farah Shafi!
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Provider Update
Effective date
Jun 28, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island announced Dr. Farah Shafi as their new Chief Medical Officer effective June 28, 2023. She will oversee Clinical Affairs including utilization management, medical policy, behavioral health, and health equity.
Action Required
No immediate action required. This is an informational announcement about BCBSRI's new leadership. Billing teams should be aware that Dr. Shafi will be involved in future clinical policy decisions and communications.