News and updates
February Drug List Change Notification
Updates on Existing Criteria
February 2022. The following changes to criteria are effective February 22, 2022:
Prior Authorization Criteria – Clinical Updates...
COVID prevention costs you $0
PacificSource will continue to cover the following COVID-related services, including those that are provided in an office setting, urgent care, or emergency room. These services will continue to cost...
COVID-19 coverage update for commercial members
Dear Member, the blog post below makes several references to COVID-19 benefits that will no longer be in effect as of May 11, 2023, due to the end of the federal public health emergency. While...
Streamlined EOBs are coming your way
Part of being a “members first” health insurer is communicating clearly with members. That’s why we’re pleased to announce a redesign of the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statement you receive when...
Streamlined EOBs will debut soon
The Explanation of Benefits (EOB) is a statement that gives members important details on services performed, benefits paid, and payment responsibilities. That’s why we’re pleased to announce a...
Streamlined EOBs coming soon for PacificSource members
Being a “members first” health insurer means communicating in ways that members find easy to understand. That’s why we’re pleased to announce a redesign of the Explanation of Benefits (EOB)...
January 2022 Drug List Change Notification
Updates on Existing Criteria
January 2022. The following changes to criteria are effective January 22, 2022:
Prior Authorization Criteria – Clinical Updates...
December 2021 Drug List Change Notification
Updates on Existing Criteria:
December 2021. The following changes to criteria are effective December 22, 2021:
Prior Authorization Criteria – Clinical Updates...
Pre-payment audits resumed Oct. 15
After a brief pause, PacificSource has resumed auditing pre-payment hospital claims, beginning October 15, 2021.
The policy document is available upon request and your Provider Service...
Philips CPAP/BiPAP recall information
On June 14, 2021, Philips issued a recall notification for specific affected ventilation and sleep apnea devices. The notification informs patients, users, and customers of potential impacts on...