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Getting back on track with preventive screenings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +3 more·Provider Update
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Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI is encouraging providers to prioritize outreach to patients who have delayed preventive cancer screenings during COVID-19, particularly mammograms and colonoscopies. This is an informational update emphasizing the importance of proactive patient outreach to address the significant decline in screening rates over the past two years.
Action Required
Immediately: Clinical staff should identify patients overdue for cancer screenings (mammograms, colonoscopies, etc.) and conduct proactive outreach to schedule appointments. Share American Cancer Society screening safety resources with patients who express COVID-related concerns about preventive care.