Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeLow impact
5-Star SEP in effect NOW!
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Provider Update
Effective date
Dec 8, 2021
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI received a 5-Star rating from CMS, allowing year-round enrollment in their Medicare Advantage plans through a special enrollment period. Members can enroll once between 12/8/2021-11/30/2022 with coverage beginning the month after enrollment.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team. Current enrollment processes remain unchanged until BCBSRI updates their applications. Front desk staff should inform Medicare Advantage patients that year-round enrollment is available through 11/30/2022.