CommercialPrior AuthMedium impact
Facet Joint Injections
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Pain Management, Orthopedics, Neurology +2 more·Physician / Facility
Effective date
Sep 23, 2019
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Rhode Island now requires supporting documentation showing evidence of planned neuroablation (or absence of planned neuroablation) for all diagnostic facet joint injection preauthorization requests. Requests must be submitted via online authorization tool or fax.
Action Required
Immediately: Providers must document planned neuroablation status (yes or no) for all diagnostic facet joint injection requests. Update EMR templates to include neuroablation planning documentation. Submit preauthorization via BCBS online tool or fax to (401) 272-8885. Claims may be denied without proper documentation.