Blue Cross of Idaho's Cost Containment Programs

Prior Authorization
Prior authorization is the process of obtaining coverage approval for a medical service or procedure, other than in the case of an emergency. To learn more click here, or refer to your specific policy to find out which procedures and services require prior authorization.

Provider Network
At Blue Cross of Idaho, our provider network is just that—a system of health care professionals that you can connect with when you need medical care. It is a group of physicians, hospitals and other providers that we have contracted with to deliver savings to our members. To learn more about provider networks click here.