Becker's Healthcare November 13, 2024
Physicians and their staff feel increasingly burdened by prior authorization requirements, according to Medscape’s “‘They’re Awful and Impede Patient Care’: Medscape Physicians and Prior Authorizations Report 2024.“
Approximately 39% of physicians reported spending slightly more time on prior authorizations than they did three years ago, while 27% said they spend much more time. About 80% of surveyed physicians also said that medical staff spend more or much more time on prior authorizations when compared to three years ago.
This trend has led to frustration among physicians, especially those in independent practice, who view the process as a drain on time and resources that can harm patient care. “Prior authorization does absolutely nothing except try to save insurance companies money once...
Today's Sponsors
Today's Sponsor