CommercialCoverageMedium impact
Operations Update
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming·WY·Provider Update
Effective date
Jun 18, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBS Wyoming has implemented temporary COVID-19 policies including waived cost-sharing for telemedicine visits through 8/31/20, expanded telemedicine coverage to patient homes with GT modifier requirements, and waived member costs for COVID-19 testing and treatment. The policy also allows early prescription refills and provides updated contact procedures for reduced office capacity.
Action Required
By 8/31/20: Update billing system to waive cost-sharing for all telemedicine services for BCBSWY members. Ensure telemedicine visits use GT modifier except for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and telephonic visit codes 99441-99443. Verify HIPAA compliance for all telemedicine platforms. Contact provider.relations@www.bcbswy.com for questions about COVID-19 related billing changes.