Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Program Updates for UHC / AARP members
The NYSCA continues to communicate with Optum regarding the implementation of the new prior authorization program for AARP and UnitedHealthcare's Medicare Advantage members. We understand many of you have been attempting to determine the impact of this requirement on your practice and the patients you serve.
Many of you have been checking the myoptumhealthphysicalhealth portal, while others are calling United and Optum. The NYSCA Insurance Committee has received your questions, and has sought clarification on a number of issues. Here's what we learned from Optum: