PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Big Changes Coming to Health Insurance Approvals

Big health insurance companies are making changes to speed up the process of getting approval for medical care. This process is called "prior authorization. " It's when doctors ask for permission from insurance companies before they can treat patients. Right now, this process is slow and frustrating. Doctors spend a lot of time filling out paperwork instead of takin...

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Big Changes Coming to Health Insurance Approvals

Health insurance companies in the U. S. are making big changes to how they handle approvals for medical treatments. This process, called prior authorization, can be a hassle for both patients and doctors. Doctors often have to wait for approval from insurance companies before they can provide certain treatments. This can cause delays and even lead to denials of nece...

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Jun 23 2025HEALTH

Health Insurers Aim to Simplify Coverage Approvals

Big health insurers are taking steps to make it easier for people to get the care they need. UnitedHealthcare, CVS Health's Aetna, and many others are working to cut down on the hassle of prior authorization. This is the process where insurers need to approve medical care, prescriptions, or services before they cover them. Insurers say they do this to control costs ...

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

The Battle Against Insurance Delays in Cancer Care

Have you ever wondered why insurance companies make it so hard for cancer patients to get the care they need? Many doctors and patients are frustrated because insurance companies often deny or delay treatments and tests. This can be life-threatening for people fighting cancer. Dr. Debra Patt, a cancer specialist in Texas, has seen this problem firsthand. She compare...

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