CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Commercial formulary update – April 1, 2019
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI·Physician
Effective date
Apr 1, 2019
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI has released their updated commercial formulary effective April 1, 2019. This is a drug coverage update that affects which medications are covered under BCBS Rhode Island commercial plans, with impacted members receiving written notification of changes.
Action Required
By April 1, 2019: Providers and billing staff should review the BCBSRI Commercial formulary summary for medication coverage changes. When prescribing medications, verify current formulary status to avoid coverage denials. Update any internal medication reference guides or EMR formulary information for BCBSRI commercial patients.