What Medications Require Prior Authorization? A Comprehensive Guide
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According to a 2024 survey, physicians and their staff spend approximately 12 hours each week requesting prior authorizations, highlighting the prevalence of this insurance requirement. Understanding what medications require prior authorization is crucial for patients to avoid treatment delays and unexpected costs. Prior authorization, often called a PA, is an insurance company's way of verifying that a prescribed medication is medically necessary before agreeing to cover the cost.
