Becker's Healthcare January 24, 2022
HHS’ Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology is looking for public comments on prior authorization to help guide standards, implementation and certification.
The comments would assist in informing the ONC Health IT Certification Program for electronic prior authorization, according to a Jan. 21 news release.
With the request for information notice, the office aims to address stakeholder concerns that current requirements are resulting in burdens for providers, payers and patients.
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