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Reminder: Referrals
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Physician
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBS RI clarifies that referrals are shared across all providers within the same practice using the same Tax ID. When a member has a referral for one provider in your office, it covers all providers in your practice with the same Tax ID, eliminating the need for multiple referrals from the PCP.
Action Required
Immediately: Front desk and billing staff should verify that your practice's Tax ID is correctly registered with BCBS RI to ensure referral sharing works properly. Train staff to confirm existing referrals cover all providers in the practice before requesting new referrals from PCPs. Update referral verification procedures to check for any valid referral under the practice Tax ID.