UnitedHealthcare to cut 10% of prior authorizations

UnitedHealthcare to cut 10% of prior authorizations

March 03, 2025

Lauren Berryman   

UnitedHealth Group is taking another step to refine its prior authorization requirements as it continues to face public frustration. The healthcare giant’s insurance business, UnitedHealthcare, plans to cut nearly 10% of prior authorizations this year, the company said in a notice Saturday.

As part of the initiative, the insurer said it will remove pre-approval requirements for home health services managed by its home and community division. The changes will apply to Medicare Advantage and dual special needs plans in 36 states and Washington, D.C., starting April 1.

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