Catch Up with Our Provider Network Consultants and Hot Topics

Aug. 16, 2024

Join our Provider Network Consultants at their monthly Provider Hot Topics webinar to learn about upcoming initiatives and network updates. The next webinar is Sept. 12, 2024, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Register here to attend.

PNC top three picks: Since you may not be able to make it to every Hot Topics webinar, our PNCs compiled a list of the top hot topics for this quarter. 

1. Here’s the most frequently asked question we received from providers (and our answer).
Q – If I'm a provider currently enrolled with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and decide to join a new provider group, what is the process for enrollment?
A – Visit our website to complete a Provider Onboarding Form. This process will ensure you are linked to the new group Tax ID and NPI:

  • Under the Network Participation tab, select the Join Our Network page.
  • Open the Provider Onboarding Form.
  • Complete a new application and select “Add Providers to Existing Group/Clinic” when prompted.
  • Complete the Provider Onboarding Form in its entirety. Attach a completed roster using the template attached to the Onboarding Form for the providers you wish to add to your group.

Quick tip: Adding providers in Availity® Essentials doesn’t link them with the new Tax ID/NPI to BCBSIL. A Provider Onboarding Form must be completed as outlined above.

2. Here are the top two Blue Review articles you might want to read again: 

3. Here’s an important News and Updates, in case you missed it:

Let’s keep the conversation going…
Our PNCs look forward to connecting with you at the next Provider Hot Topics webinar.

Mark your calendar: Watch our Webinars and Workshops page for upcoming dates and online registration.

New provider? Check out this page for helpful tips: Welcome to Our Network

 

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