This manual describes administrative guidelines, policies, and procedures for direct-contact Blue Shield network providers of healthcare services for members of our health plans. You'll need Adobe Reader to view the manual.
July 2024 Independent Physician and Provider Manual change notification letter (PDF, 140 KB)
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Download and print commonly requested patient care, prior authorization and network forms.
Find operating guidelines for clinical practices, preventive health and procedures for continuing network participation.
Find medication policies information and standards for HIPAA transactions, medical records and more.
Search our drug formulary database, find prior authorization forms and procedures for different types of prescriptions, learn about our mail service pharmacy for medication delivery and find out about generic alternatives.
