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Policies recently reviewed for annual update
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Cardiology, Orthopedics, Gastroenterology +4 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Dec 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island has completed its annual review of 14 medical policies as of December 1, 2022. This includes updates to policies covering various services from cardiac monitoring to molecular testing, with one drug list update requiring prior authorization changes.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the 14 updated policies on bcbsri.com Provider section to identify specific changes affecting your practice. Pay special attention to the updated Prior Authorization of Drugs list for any medications your providers prescribe. Billing team should verify current prior auth requirements and update workflows accordingly.