Education on Demand

Provider Manuals give detailed descriptions of our programs and networks. View Speed Guides for a quick reference for certain network policies and procedures. Tidbits are reference guides designed to be quick tips/hints that assist providers with our current business practices and processes. View Online Training modules to learn more about iLinkBLUE.


Provider Office Manuals

Professional Provider
Offers information needed to participate in our provider networks.

HMO Louisiana Provider
Focuses primarily on guidelines unique for our HMO members and is to be used in addition to our Professional Provider Office Manual.

BlueCard® Program
Explains the program that links participating healthcare providers and the independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans across the country through a single electronic network.

Dental Network
Offers in-depth information on our dental networks.

Preventive Medicine Guides

Staying current with preventive recommendations is an important part of your overall wellness.

Our preventive medicine guidelines identify preventive services for customers based on age, gender and risk level. The guidelines outline screening tests for early disease detection, immunizations to prevent infections or disease, counseling to reduce risks and recommendations on prenatal care. The guidelines, based on industry standards, are reviewed and established by the Blue Cross Medical Quality Management Committee which includes network physicians.

Preventive Medicine Guidelines
Guidelines were revised in December, 2010.

Immunization Schedules
View up-to-date immunization schedules from the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Contact Information
e-mail: Network.Administration@bcbsla.com


Provider Workshops

Periodically, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana holds provider workshops around the state.  These workshops are available to providers and their staff. Workshops offer training, educational materials, and insight into Blue Cross' practices, standards and future in the marketplace.

Below are our 2011 workshop presentations, available in .pdf format for your use or review:

Pieces of Blue for a Better You Presentation (PDF)

HIPAA 5010 Instructional Presentation (PDF)