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 has extended $0 copays for Medicare Advantage members through December 31, 2020, covering primary care, mental health, hospital stays, diagnostics, therapy services, and prescription drugs due to COVID-19. Updated benefits are already reflected in the IVR and provider portal systems.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify $0 copays are applied for all BCBSRI Medicare Advantage members for covered services from August 17 through December 31, 2020. Use provider portal or call (401) 274-4848 to verify benefits since no updated ID cards will be issued. Ensure billing system applies $0 copays for primary care, mental health, hospital stays, diagnostics, therapy services, and applicable prescription drugs.