HHS OIG Spotlights Its Impact On Feds’ Response To MA Prior Authorization

By Jalen Brown / May 10, 2024 at 12:25 PM
The momentum behind federal efforts to stem Medicare Advantage organizations' (MAOs) inappropriate use of prior authorization -- bureaucratic pre-approval requirements for certain medical services -- has surged since the HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) brought national attention to the issue through its work, according to a recent infographic from the watchdog. The infograph is circulating as CMS and lawmakers continue exploring ways to control inappropriate use of prior authorization, with key senators this week signaling they will soon jumpstart...


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