Regence BlueShield evaluates all networks on a quarterly basis to ensure that members have access to an adequate number of providers. Based upon that review, an entire network or specific provider types may be 'closed' or 're-opened' to new provider applicants.
*Unsolicited applications for credentialing or contracting from non-participating individuals or clinics will not be accepted.
Covered Providers |
Panel Open |
Exceptions |
Acupuncturist (LAC) |
No |
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Advanced Practice Professional Nurse (ARNP) |
Yes |
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- Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)
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Yes |
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- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
|
Yes |
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Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) |
Yes |
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Audiologists (AuD) |
Yes |
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Certified Nutritionist (CN) |
Yes |
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Chiropractor (DC) |
No |
Unless joining clinic agreement |
Dentist (DDS/MD) |
Yes |
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Dialysis Facility |
Yes |
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Dietitians (RD) |
Yes |
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Durable Medical Equipment (DME) |
No |
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Home Health |
No |
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Home Infusion Therapy |
No |
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Hospice |
No |
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Hospital |
Yes |
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) |
No |
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Independent practice (LCSW-I) |
No |
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) |
No |
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Licensed Massage Therapist (LMP) |
No |
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Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC) |
No |
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Licensed Midwife (LM) |
Yes |
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Licensed Naturopath (ND) |
No |
Contact RBS for additional information |
Occupational Therapist (OT) |
Yes |
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Optometrist (OD) |
Yes |
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Orthotics & Prosthetics |
No |
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Physician (MD/DO) |
Yes |
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Podiatrist (DPM) |
Yes |
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Psychologist (PhD) |
No |
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Physical Therapist (PT) |
No |
Walla Walla & Columbia Counties- any other exceptions must be approved by Provider Network Management |
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) |
No |
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Speech Therapist (SLP) |
Yes |
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Orthotics & Prosthetics |
No |
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Physician (MD/DO) |
Yes |
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Podiatrist (DPM) |
Yes |
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Psychologist (PhD) |
No |
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Physical Therapist (PT) |
No |
Walla Walla & Columbia Counties- any other exceptions must be approved by Provider Network Management |
