CommercialOctober 13, 2022

COVID-19 Information – Publication RETIRED as of November 8, 2022

Administrative

AdministrativeCommercialOctober 13, 2022

Information from Anthem for Care Providers about COVID-19 – RETIRED as of November 8, 2022

As of November 8, 2022, THIS DOCUMENT WILL NO LONGER BE UPDATED.

Future updates regarding COVID-19 will appear in the monthly Provider News publication.

AdministrativeCommercialApril 1, 2021

Maximizing efficient, high quality COVID-19 screenings

AdministrativeCommercialSeptember 23, 2021

Important COVID-19 update: Prior authorization and other policy adjustments – RETIRED as of November 8, 2022

As of November 8, 2022, THIS DOCUMENT WILL NO LONGER BE UPDATED.

Future updates regarding COVID-19 will appear in the monthly Provider News publication.

AdministrativeCommercialJanuary 8, 2021

COVID-19 Update: Guidance for telehealth/telephonic care for Behavioral Health services – RETIRED as of November 8, 2022

As of November 8, 2022, THIS DOCUMENT WILL NO LONGER BE UPDATED.

Future updates regarding COVID-19 will appear in the monthly Provider News publication.

AdministrativeCommercialJune 25, 2020

Webinar recording now available for network providers on how to leverage telehealth to care for Behavioral Health patients during COVID-19 and beyond
Anthem hosted a provider webinar to share information and resources with Behavioral Health providers to assist with maximizing the telehealth experience.  Access the webinar recording to learn more about leveraging telehealth for behavioral health services.

AdministrativeCommercialJune 1, 2020

A special thank you to care providers
Thank you for your tireless efforts in keeping our country healthy. For all you do, we would like to share a message of our gratitude.

AdministrativeCommercialMay 29, 2020

Anthem waives cost share for COVID-19 treatment (updated May 29, 2020)
Effective April 1, we expanded coverage for our members undergoing treatment related to a COVID-19 diagnosis, which covers the waiver of cost shares for COVID-19 treatment received through December 31, 2020.

AdministrativeCommercialMay 26, 2020

Introducing lower cost Anthem Health Access Plans on June 1 in response to COVID-19 crisis
Beginning June 1, 2020, Anthem is introducing our Anthem Health Access Plans for certain large group employers currently enrolled in our commercial lines of business only.

AdministrativeCommercialMay 1, 2020

Webinar recording now available for network providers on SBA loans and other federal relief programs in response to COVID-19 (Updated May 1, 2020)
Anthem hosted a provider webinar to share information and resources with its network providers regarding opportunities providers have to access loans through the U.S Small Business Administration (SBA) and other federal programs in response to the economic impact of COVID-19. Access the webinar recording using the password “health” to learn more about federal financial relief for providers.

AdministrativeCommercialApril 10, 2020

Federal resources available for care providers and employers in the Federal CARES Act
During the COVID-19 crisis, care providers are working to keep the country running while navigating the financial impact it is having on them. To help care providers navigate the resources available to them. Anthem has compiled information on programs we have learned about that could provide additional financial relief during the crisis.

AdministrativeCommercialApril 7, 2020

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield suspends additional authorization requirements to aid GA COVID-19 response

In addition to the proactive steps Anthem has already taken to support care providers and protect our members, associates and communities against COVID-19, Anthem in Georgia is taking additional measures outlined by Georgia Department of Insurance in Directive 20-EX-7.

Products & Programs

State Health Benefit PlanCommercialMarch 27, 2020

Provider COVID-19 update: State Health Benefit Plan

State & Federal

State & FederalMedicare AdvantageMarch 25, 2020

Updated COVID-19 Medicare Information
For the latest COVID-19 Medicare information, please check Important Medicare Advantage Updates.