Prior authorization a ‘major contributor’ to radiologists’ mounting administrative burdens, ACR tells Congress

Radiology Business May 17, 2024
Marty Stempniak

Prior authorization is a “major contributor” to physicians’ mounting administrative burdens, the American College of Radiology warned Congress recently.

ACR’s comments came in response to a recent Senate Committee on the Budget hearing, titled “Reducing Paperwork, Cutting Costs: Alleviating Administrative Burdens in Healthcare.” Amid provider shortages and imaging backlogs, lawmakers are seeking ways to ease the stress endured by physicians.

“The ACR has long supported congressional and regulatory efforts to reduce physician administrative burden across all payment systems,” the college said in written testimony. “Prior authorization, which is frequently required by health plans prior to a patient receiving services such as advanced imaging recommended by their physician, is a major contributor to this burden.”

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