Agents…New BCBS Lead Time Requirements Reminder

In the January 30, 2013 BluesMarketplace, Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Michigan and Blue Care Network (BCBSM and BCN) announced significant changes to the lead time requirements for 1-49 New Business groups. 

 
A 21 calendar-day lead time is required for all New Business, except for those groups enrolling in a BCBSM Health Equity CDH plan, a BCN Healthy Blue LivingSM, HRA or HSA plan. These plans still require a 45 calendar-day lead time. The 21- or 45-day lead time is from when the managing agent receives the complete and accurate submission.

Important: Requests for short-lead times or retroactive exceptions will no longer be approved.

It is important to remember that lead time is calculated in calendar days, not business days.

Contact BCBSM or your Managing Agent for additional information and requirements that may be requested, as well as the life cycle of a New Business case, and a helpful document for building proper expectations with your clients.