COVID-19 Information
The latest on COVID-19
Horizon NJ Health has profound respect for the thousands of health care professionals we rely on to deliver excellent care, especially as we face this health emergency. We will continue to provide updates about the specific actions we are taking and will work to help you provide care to your patients. We encourage you to visit the CDC regularly to view the Frequently Asked Questions for health care professionals and to follow their guidance to keep you and your staff informed and safe.
Horizon NJ Health has profound respect for the thousands of health care professionals we rely on to deliver excellent care, especially as we face this health emergency. We will continue to provide updates about the specific actions we are taking and will work to help you provide care to your patients. We encourage you to visit the CDC regularly to view the Frequently Asked Questions for health care professionals and to follow their guidance to keep you and your staff informed and safe.
Posted on May 5, 2021
Reminder: Use correct codes when evaluating for COVID-19
Posted on April 6, 2021
Policy Update: Antibody Testing Claims
Posted on March 24, 2021
Update: Members’ cost sharing waived for treatment of COVID-19 through June 2021
Posted on March 11, 2021
Submitting claims for COVID-19 vaccines delivered in non-traditional medical settings
Posted on February 5, 2021
For Essential Workers, COVID-19 Treatment Covered Under Workers' Compensation Benefits
Posted on January 25, 2021
Submitting Pharmacy Claims for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Posted on January 20, 2021
Update: Prior Authorization Requirements for Inpatient Admissions and Post-Acute Facility Admissions to be Reinstated
Posted on January 20, 2021
Teledentistry Reminder for Providers
Posted on January 8, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine
Posted on January 4, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines available in Essex County – Information for your staff and patients
Posted on December 30, 2020
Reimbursement Policy effective January 1, 2021: Add-on Payment for COVID-19 Diagnostic Testing Run on High Throughput Technology (U0005)
Posted on December 15, 2020
COVID-19 vaccines will be covered at 100%
Posted on December 15, 2020
Coverage for antibody infusion therapy
Posted on December 9, 2020
Waiving Prior Authorization Requirements for Emergent In-Network Inpatient Admissions and Post-Acute Facility Admissions
Posted on November 23, 2020
Update Regarding Automatic Extension of Private Duty Nursing Authorizations
Posted on September 23, 2020
New Update for Automatic Extension of Private Duty Nursing Authorizations
Posted on August 20, 2020
Update: Antibody Testing Claims
Posted on July 28, 2020
Update: Cost-share waiver for telemedicine and COVID-19 testing extended
Posted on July 9, 2020
Reminder: Horizon NJ Health members are not responsible for PPE charges
Posted on June 23, 2020
Teledentistry reminder
Posted on May 27, 2020
Dates for Certain Prior Authorization Waivers Further Extended
Due to the continuing COVID-19 public health emergency, Horizon BCBSNJ will further extend the waiver of certain administrative requirements for prior authorization.Posted on May 26, 2020
Guidance for Dentists and Staff on Reopening Dental Offices During the COVID-19 Pandemic (May 22, 2020)
Posted on May 4, 2020
Providing teledentistry for Horizon NJ Health members during COVID-19
Posted on April 28, 2020
Dates for Prior Authorization Waivers Extended
Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, Horizon BCBSNJ will extend the waiver of certain administrative requirements for prior authorization.Posted on April 27, 2020
New Laboratory COVID-19 Antibody Testing Codes: 86328 and 86769
Posted on April 20, 2020
COVID-19 Update: Medical Policy Revisions & Implementations
Posted on April 15, 2020
72 Doctors, Nurses, Pharmacists and Health Clinicians from Horizon BCBSNJ Answer Governor Murphy’s “HealthCare Professionals Call to Serve”
Posted on April 13, 2020
New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund Efforts Get $2 Million Boost from Horizon
Posted on April 9, 2020
A special message from Howard A. Cutler, Vice President, Healthcare Delivery
Posted on April 3, 2020
Behavioral Health Continuity During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Posted on April 3, 2020
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
Posted on April 2, 2020
Waiving Pre-Certification/Prior Authorization requirements for Physical Health Post-Acute Facility Admissions
On May 27, 2020, Horizon BCBSNJ extended the date of these prior authorization changes with updates, from May 31, 2020 to June 14, 2020.Posted on April 2, 2020
Horizon BCBSNJ Commits $2.5 Million for Masks, Face Shields, Food and Social Services to Protect Our Communities and Our Health Professionals
Posted on April 2, 2020
Reminder to use specific codes when evaluating for COVID-19
Posted on April 1, 2020
Administrative Policy: Credentialing and Recredentialing During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted on March 30, 2020
Waiving Pre-Certification/Prior Authorization requirements for acute inpatient facility admissions
Posted on March 28, 2020
Referrals no longer required for in-network specialists
Posted on March 23, 2020
Providing telephonic care with no costs to members
Posted on March 17, 2020
COVID-19 Response: Eliminating Cost-Sharing for Qualified In-Network Telemedicine Services
Posted on March 17, 2020
COVID-19 CPT testing codes
Posted on March 16, 2020
State of Emergency and Public Health Emergency – Office Closures
Posted on March 13, 2020
Telemedicine and Telehealth Services Reimbursement Policy
Posted on March 12, 2020
Eliminating Cost Sharing Related to COVID-19 Testing and Evaluation
Posted on March 10, 2020