Provider News Archive

Helping Members Understand How to Make Health Decisions | 11/6/2023

Decision aids are available to help patients understand their options for healthcare

Support for You to Improve Health Equity and Patients' Lives | 11/6/2023

Premera is working to reduce health disparities in marginalized groups

Time-Saving Availity Tips | 11/6/2023

Here are the latest tips to help you get the most out of your Availity secure tools

Availity Tips for Prior Authorization, Referrals, and More | 10/5/2023

Here are some helpful reminders, thanks to questions we’re hearing from providers

Availity Eligibility and Benefits Tool Enhancement | 9/7/2023

Provider feedback leads to clear deductible instructions

New Availity Tips and Resources Tutorial | 9/7/2023

Access the online video and user guide to get the most out of your Availity tools

Medicare Advantage Plan Changes for 2024 | 11/6/2023

We’ve made a few changes we’d like to share

Symphony Prior Authorization Tool Upgrade | 11/6/2023

New improvements to your prior authorization entry experience

MA code and policy updates for November 2023 | 11/6/2023

The Medicare Advantage policies and code list have been updated

Medicare Advantage Code and Policy updates for September 2023 | 9/7/2023

The Medicare Advantage policies and code list have been updated

Updated Individual Plan Tools and Resources Page | 5/5/2022

We recently added news forms to the Individual Plan Tools and Resources page

Changes for 2022 Individual Plans | 9/16/2021

Premera Blue Cross will no longer be offering individual plans in Skamania and Wahkiakum counties

Everything You Need to Know About 2021 Individual Plans | 1/7/2021

See resources and training guides for 2021 Individual plans.

The Premera Provider News Page has Moved | 12/11/2023

Visit and bookmark our new page to find out about our latest updates and exciting new changes

Act Now to Receive InstaMed EFT Payments in 2024 | 11/6/2023

Individual plan network providers may need to update their InstaMed accounts

Enhancements to Claims Transparency for CERIS Review | 10/6/2023

Starting October 10, 2023, Premera is providing better transparency for claims under review with CERIS

InstaMed Account Updates for Individual Plan Providers | 10/5/2023

Providers with individual plan patients may need to update their InstaMed accounts

2023 Provider Survey – Give Us Your Feedback! | 7/6/2023

Please complete and return this important survey as quickly as possible

Annual Risk Adjustment Data Validation Audit | 7/6/2023

Provider offices may receive a request for medical records from Cognisight or directly from Premera

Value-Based Care and Premera Provider Relationships | 3/18/2021

Relationships built on trust, shared data, and analytics can decrease cost of care and health outcomes.

Payment Models Shift to Value-Based Care | 12/17/2020

Healthcare organizations and health plans are shifting from care models built around fee-for-service reimbursement to value-based care.

Codes and Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots | 3/13/2024

Use the correct codes when submitting claims for COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

Enhancing Accessibility: New Method for Submitting Medical Records | 11/6/2023

You can now submit medical records for claims processing via fax

New COVID-19 Vaccines Available | 10/6/2023

Updated information on COVID-19 vaccines, billing, and codes

Provider Directory Notice: Check Your Status with BetterDoctor | 10/5/2023

Here’s what you need to know about BetterDoctor and verifying your information with Premera Blue Cross

Premera Programs Help Members Choose High Quality Providers | 11/6/2023

Learn about our Centers of Excellence and Blue Distinction Specialty Care Programs

Blood Pressure Coding Can Reduce HEDIS® Medical Record Requests | 10/5/2023

Add CPT^® II codes to patient claims to close gaps in care for patients

Remind Your Eligible Patients to get Regular Mammograms | 10/5/2023

Regular screenings lead to better outcomes

September Care Gap Member Outreach | 9/7/2023

Members may receive mailings on cancer screening and chronic conditions reminders

Update to Preventive Services Drug Coverage | 3/13/2024

Learn about age-specific ranges we’ll be applying to preventive prescription drugs

Kroger is In-network for Premera Medical Advantage Plans | 3/13/2024

Premera Medicare Advantage plans use CVS pharmacy as the pharmacy benefit manager

Kroger- Express Scripts Termination Reminder | 3/13/2024

We encourage members to sign in to the Premera member portal to find other local, in-network pharmacy options

Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone Market Withdrawal | 5/4/2023

The FDA announced the decision to withdraw the approval of Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone caproate injections on April 6, 2023

Use “Premera Dental” as the Payer When Using Availity | 7/7/2022

Learn some handy tips for using Availity’s secure provider website

Submitting Medicare Advantage Dental Claims for Out-of-Network Providers | 5/5/2022

Make sure your claims are going to the right place for processing

Visit our Medicare Advantage Dental Website | 4/1/2022

Resources to help you care for our Medicare Advantage members

Have You Opted Out of Medicare? | 2/25/2022

Information about providing care to Premera Medicare Advantage members

Availity Tips for Dental Providers | 2/1/2022

Learn some handy tips for using Availity’s secure provider website

Premera Answers Top Questions about HMO Core Plus Plan | 2/5/2024

Read the latest FAQ for Premera HMO

Join Us for the Provider Webinar Series on December 6 | 11/6/2023

Topic: Premera Blue Cross HMO 101: The Core Plus Plan

Provider Directory Notice: Check Your Status with BetterDoctor | 10/5/2023

Here’s what you need to know about BetterDoctor and verifying your information with Premera Blue Cross HMO

The PolyClinic has Joined the Sherwood HMO Network | 10/5/2023

We are pleased to announce that The PolyClinic will be available to HMO members starting January 1, 2024

New Provider Systems Join the Sherwood HMO Network | 9/7/2023

We welcome Virginia Mason Evergreen Health to the HMO network