The AMA believes that the following principle should be applied in evaluating any preadmission review program, so as to minimize any detrimental impacts on quality or accessibility of care: There should be direct and continuing communications to physicians and insureds regarding prior authorization requirements.

Policy Timeline

CMS Rep. B, A-86 Amended by Sunset Report, I-96 Reaffirmed: CMS Rep. 8, A-06 Reaffirmed: CMS Rep. 01, A-16