08/18/2026

Blue Care Network

Publications - Important Articles to Note

BCN Provider News July-August 2026

Page 5    BCN updates fee schedules July 1

Page 9    We’ve made changes to the noncovered services prior authorization process for Medicare Advantage members

Page 11    We’re sending out notices for inpatient admission and discharge

Page 13    Members can now track prior authorization status in the member portal

Page 14    Medical policy updates

Page 18    Additional drugs to have site-of-care requirement for most commercial, URMBT members, starting July 1

Page 20    HelpScript enrollment service for manufacturer copay assistance will start July 1 for select medical benefit drugs for additional Blue Cross, BCN commercial members

Page 23    Pharmacy news roundup

Page 27    Time-saving tips: Prospective editing

Page 33    Radiation oncology and radiopharmaceuticals will be managed through Oncology Value Management program, starting Sept. 1

Page 35    Register for training about prior authorization changes for radiation oncology, radiopharmaceuticals