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STAT+: UnitedHealth cyberattack cripples pharmacies’ and hospitals’ ability to process insurance claims

STAT

Hospitals, pharmacies, and other health care providers are getting stuck in an insurance processing logjam after UnitedHealth Group disclosed a cyberattack within a recently acquired subsidiary that serves as a central hub for payments across the industry.

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Understanding Prior Authorization to Ensure Timely Medication Access

Drug Topics

According to Tyler Miliken, education about prior authorization, along with other insurance processes and policies, is critical for advancing patients down their path to care.

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How to help patients with prior authorization

The Checkup by Singlecare

Insurance companies use prior authorization to manage costs and ensure a procedure or medication is safe and appropriate for a patient. However, the process can often delay treatment , creating a hassle for patients and additional work for healthcare providers and pharmacy staff.