Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeLow impact
Raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics +2 more·Provider Update
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI announces a Dementia Care Coordination Program partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter to provide support and resources for Medicare Advantage members with dementia and their caregivers. This is an awareness communication about an existing program rather than a new billing or coverage change.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team. Be aware that BCBSRI Medicare Advantage members with dementia diagnoses may be referred to the Dementia Care Coordination Program through the Alzheimer's Association. Referral form is available in the Provider Update under Behavioral Health section if providers want to make referrals.