1 In 4 Physicians Say Prior Authorization Harms Patients. Reform Is Coming (Forbes)

Prior authorization is a process where insurance companies pre-approve certain treatments, often delaying care and creating obstacles for patients and doctors. A 2023 AMA survey found that 94% of physicians reported delays in patient care due to this process, with 24% citing patient harm. Reform is on the horizon, with ten states enacting legislation and Congress considering the bipartisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act to streamline prior authorizations and improve patient outcomes.