CommercialAdministrativeMedium impact
Provider E-Bulletin
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming·WY·Provider Update
Effective date
Jan 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSWY implemented a 3% increase on all E/M codes and 10% increase on dental codes effective January 1, 2020. Additionally, THOR system access ends February 2, 2020, with most functions moving to Availity, and ambulance claims now require 9-digit zip codes for both pick-up and drop-off locations.
Action Required
By February 2, 2020: Billing team must transition from THOR system to Availity for claims processing and verification functions. By May 15, 2020: Submit all paper claims for services prior to January 1, 2019. Immediately: Update ambulance claim submissions to include 9-digit zip codes for both pick-up and drop-off locations in appropriate fields (electronic) or Box 23 (paper 1500 forms). For ASC billing: Continue submitting claims with supply invoices and operative reports via fax to 307-635-9366.