Radar on Medicare Advantage | New Prior Authorization Rule Aims to Quicken Senior Access to Care

Building on previous interoperability regulations, CMS on Dec. 13 published a proposed rule that seeks to improve the efficiency and transparency of prior authorization processes in Medicare Advantage and other federally funded health care programs. Industry experts say the rule should ultimately speed access to care, potentially alleviating some but not all of the concerns expressed by providers, patient advocates and lawmakers about the burden of prior authorization, particularly on seniors. Read full article