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Operations Update

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming·WY·Provider Update
Effective date
Jun 18, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply

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

Action needed
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.

Affected Billing Codes

99441
99442
99443