09/16/2026

Blue Care Network

Publications - Important Articles to Note

BCN Provider News September - October 2026

Page 3    BCN simplifies referral rules to focus on PCP’s primary address

Page 7    Time-saving tips: Facility data attestation

Page 8    Reminder: Attest to provider data as required

Page 9    On-demand opportunities available for training

Page 11    Announcing updated guidelines for reviewing inpatient readmissions for Blue Cross commercial, BCN Advantage members

Page 13    Talk with patients now about Health Outcomes Survey topics

Page 14    Medical policy updates

Page 16    2026 pharmacy measures

Page 18    Pharmacy news roundup

Page 19    Use new addresses for paper claims for Blue Care Network and Blue Cross commercial members

Page 20    Prospective editing updates

Page 22    Correction: Changes to prior authorization requirements for select services managed by Blue Cross and BCN starting Feb. 1

Page 23    Reminder: Radiation oncology and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals to be managed through the Oncology Value Management program starting Sept. 1