doctors struggling with prior authorization

Doctors Struggling with Prior Authorization Delays in Billing

 What Is Prior Authorization? Prior Authorization (PA) is a cost-control mechanism used by insurance companies to evaluate the medical necessity of specific treatments, procedures, or prescriptions before agreeing to reimburse providers. On the surface, it’s designed to prevent unnecessary or duplicative healthcare. However, in practice, the prior authorization process has become a major bottleneck in the delivery of timely care, especially from the perspective of healthcare providers. While insurers aim to manage costs and reduce overtreatment, doctors increasingly report that