S-8-20

<p>Inside this issue:</p> <ul> <li>Highmark expands prior authorization requirements</li> <li>Increased Call Volume, Hold Times and Self Service Options</li> <li>Pharmaceutical Formulary Update</li> <li>Attention Prescriber - New Program Allows for Prior-Authorization Expiration Notification</li> <li>Clarification of COVID-19 Testing</li> <li>COVID-19 Billing and</li> <li>Reimbursement</li> <li>Drug Cost Transparency Tools Available for Boeing Group Members</li> <li>Uploading Records via Availity</li> <li>Medical Record Retrieval Coordinator for Affordable Care Act Programs</li> <li>Action Required - Provider Business Arrangements</li> <li>Avoidance of Antibiotics</li> <li>CDC Offering Free Continuing Education Credits</li> <li>QBRP Eligibility Update</li> <li>Modifiers for Diabetic Equipment and Supplies</li> <li>BCBSKS Retirements, Promotions and New Staff</li> <li>Web Changes - Medical Policy</li> </ul>