Healthcare IT News November 1, 2024
Susan Morse

The intent of prior authorization – to make efficient use of health resources – has not worked, says Peter Ax of UpScriptHealth.

Prior authorization does not work for patients, providers or even payers, according to Peter Ax, founder and CEO of UpScriptHealth.

The intention of prior authorization is to make an efficient use of health resources, Ax said. It has not worked.

“Prior authorizations are hated universally by patients, by providers and frankly I don’t think prior authorizations are helping payers achieve what they want to achieve,” Ax said.

Telehealth pharmacy provider UpScript Health partners with pharmaceutical companies to get patients direct access to prescription drugs. The company has a buydown program to pay a fraction of the price for...

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