UnitedHealthcare Reduces Most Prior Approvals For Pediatric Patients
UnitedHealthcare, the largest health insurer in the US, is significantly reducing prior authorization requirements for children under 18. This initiative aims to eliminate administrative hurdles for many diagnostic services, routine procedures, and specialty care, allowing parents and doctors to focus more on patient care. The changes, which apply to both commercial and Medicaid plans, are part of a broader industry trend to streamline healthcare processes. AI
