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BCBSRI offers LGBTQ Safe Zone certification
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Provider Update
Effective date
Jan 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI is offering LGBTQ Safe Zone certification for healthcare provider sites, encouraging participation to support inclusive care. This is a voluntary certification program that provides identification materials for qualifying practices.
Action Required
By February 15: Practice administrators may choose to apply for LGBTQ Safe Zone certification by visiting the provided link or contacting bcbsrisafezone@bcbsri.org. This is entirely voluntary with no billing implications.