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Over 80% of prior auth appeals succeed. Why aren’t there more?

Physicians, squeezed for time and eager to get treatment started, often steer clear of appeals in broken prior auth system that needs major overhaul.

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Prior authorization denials up big in Medicare Advantage

Latest data shows millions of prior auth requests denied, underscoring the need for action as the rate of denials soars compared with previous years.

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Prior Authorization
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Prior authorization in children's health care and prescription delays due to insurance issues [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prior authorization in children's health care.

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AMA Update for Sept. 20, 2024: Prior authorization in children's health care and prescription delays due to insurance issues
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Prior authorization in children's health care and prescription delays due to insurance issues

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prior authorization in children's health care.

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Sept. 20, 2024: Advocacy Update other news

CPT Assistant article provides guidance on reporting prior authorization work and more in the latest other news in Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 2, 2024

In the news: Depression could warn of Alzheimer’s, UnitedHealthcare launches new prior authorization program, more bad news on maternal health and more.

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Just 15% of doctors say prior auth “peers” deserve that title

Exclusive AMA survey shows use of peer-to-peer reviews for prior authorization is rising, but those “peers” usually aren’t qualified to make the call.

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Is private practice collapsing? Congress can help stem the tide

From Medicare payment to prior authorization and beyond, independent physicians are being squeezed out of practice. The AMA is pushing hard for fixes.

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Private Practices
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Prioritizing physician well-being is more important than ever

Physician burnout figures have dipped, but much work remains. The AMA offers a wealth of resources supporting professional satisfaction.

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