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eviCore authorizations – COVID-19 update
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Apr 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
eviCore has extended authorization validity periods from 90 to 180 days during COVID-19. Existing authorizations will be automatically updated on April 20, 2020, eliminating the need for providers to request new authorizations.
Action Required
By April 20, 2020: Billing team should verify that existing eviCore authorizations in the system are automatically updated to 180-day validity periods. Do not request new authorizations for services already authorized, as this could create overlapping dates and result in claim denials. Monitor system for automatic updates.