‘Prior Authorization’ is delaying care for patients and need and state doctors want to remove the red tape

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – Some Alabama doctors are asking lawmakers for help getting patients health care faster. The issue is “Prior Authorization.” These are situations where insurance companies require doctors to request permission for different prescriptions or operations. Sometimes these requests can take days to approve, delaying patient…

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