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Insurance · United StatesYuri A // Shutterstock What to do if a “prior authorization” is making it difficult to get your medication Have you ever walked into the pharmacy and been told that your prescription requires a prior authorization? But your healthcare professional prescribed something for you, and you brought in your prescription — shouldn’t that be enough? What exactly is a prior authorization, and why can’t you just pick up your prescription? GoodRx, a platfor…See the Story
What Is Prior Authorization? A Look at the Process and Tips for Approval
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. · United StatesHealth Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing criticism over a reported plan to fire all 16 members of a federal advisory panel that helps determine which cancer screenings and preventive services insurers must cover at no cost to patients.See the Story
RFK Jr. Reportedly Eyeing Overhaul of Cancer Screening Task Force
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Donald Trump · United StatesCMS launched a new initiative to promote better data interoperability and digital health innovation. As part of the effort, more than 60 organizations pledged to build patient-facing apps and support secure data sharing — including OpenAI, Amazon, Apple, Cleveland Clinic and Providence. The post 60+ Companies Join CMS’ New Initiative for Data Interoperability & Patient-Facing Apps appeared first on MedCity News.See the Story
60+ Companies Join CMS’ New Initiative for Data Interoperability & Patient-Facing Apps
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