Opinion

Prior Authorization Reform Is Here — And It Could Change How Millions Get Care

Prior authorization forces doctors to spend 13 hours a week fighting insurers. New federal rules are changing that. Here's what you need to know.
The American Journal of Managed Care

The Extent and Growth of Prior Authorization in Medicare Advantage

Prior authorization is a common utilization-management tool among Medicare Advantage plans. However, service-, area-, and carrier-level patterns suggest variation in how plans use prior authorization.
JD Supra

Health Plans’ Commitment to Prior Authorization Improvements: What’s New Versus What’s Already Required

Health plan members of AHIP and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association made news earlier this week when they announced a series of steps that a broad swath of health insurers will take to improve ...