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September is Recovery Month
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +2 more·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Sep 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has expanded behavioral health resources for substance use and mental health disorders, including new partnerships with CODAC for medication-assisted treatment, peer recovery coaches through Anchor Recovery, and comprehensive care through HealthPath programs. The policy provides updated contact information and referral processes for connecting patients to these behavioral health services.
Action Required
Immediately: Update patient referral resources with new behavioral health contact numbers: CODAC MAT Program (401) 461-5056, HealthPath intake via Continuum Behavioral Health (401) 415-8868, BH Link crisis services (401) 414-5465, and Beacon Clinical Referral Line 1-800-274-2958. Train front desk and clinical staff on these referral options for patients with substance use or mental health needs.