October 2018

New Lactation Consultation Designation Added to Demographic Change Form

Effective Aug. 24, 2018, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) implemented a new designation on Provider Finder^® called Lactation Consultation. The Lactation Consultation designation can be used for network providers who offer lactation support services to members (including counseling, education, and breastfeeding equipment and supplies) during the antenatal, perinatal and postpartum periods. This type of service is often provided by OB-GYNs, pediatricians, certified nurse midwives, certified nurse practitioners, certified nurse specialists and other providers acting within the scope of their license.

If you provide this type of service, please use the online Demographic Change form to initiate the process of identifying that you or your practice offer lactation consultation services. Adding this designation to your profile in Provider Finder will help existing and prospective members get access to these services easier.

You may also use the Demographic Change form located on the Information Change Request page to update your location, phone number, email or other important details on file with BCBSTX.

If you have any questions, or if you need additional information, please contact your local Network Management Representative.