Medicare AdvantageCoverageHigh impact
Extended $0 Medicare benefits for 2020
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Provider Update
Effective date
Aug 17, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI extended $0 copays for Medicare Advantage members through December 31, 2020, covering primary care, mental health, hospital stays, diagnostic services, therapy services, and specific prescription drugs. Billing teams should verify $0 copays apply to BCBSRI MA members for covered services from August 17-December 31, 2020.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify BCBSRI Medicare Advantage member eligibility through provider portal or IVR before billing. Apply $0 copays for primary care, mental health, inpatient stays, diagnostic services, and therapy services for dates of service August 17-December 31, 2020. Contact Physician & Provider Service Center at (401) 274-4848 with questions about benefit verification.