Get & Prior Authorization Request Form ... - Optumrx

Approval from a health plan that may be required before you get a service or fill a prescription in order for the service or prescription to be covered by your plan.

Prior authorization is used to help plan providers ensure that their members are not being prescribed the most costly medication, until less expensive alternatives have been pursued. This "cost check" helps keep overall plan costs down and allows employers to continue offering drug benefits.

If your provider doesn't ask for prior authorization when required, the claim will be denied. The provider CANNOT bill you for the treatment if they did not get prior authorization.

Please note: This request may be denied unless all required information is received. For urgent or expedited requests please call 1-800-711-4555. This form may be used for non-urgent requests and faxed to 1-800-527-0531.

Prior Authorizations Under medical and prescription drug plans, some treatments and medications may need approval from your health insurance carrier before you receive care. Prior authorization is usually required if you need a complex treatment or prescription. Coverage will not happen without it.

Examples of services that commonly require prior authorization before being approved include: Diagnostic imaging (such as MRIs, CTs, and PET scans) Durable medical equipment (such as wheelchairs) Rehabilitation (like physical or occupational therapy)

Who is responsible for obtaining prior authorization? The healthcare provider is usually responsible for initiating prior authorization by submitting a request form to a patient's insurance provider.

What do I do if my medication needs a PA? To begin the PA process, you can: • Let your doctor know that a PA is needed for your medication. Call Optum Rx toll-free at 1-855-828-9834 (TTY: 711).