Prior Authorization Policy Challenges Addressed in AHA Panel Discussion on Care Delays and Physician Burnout
Chicago, Illinois – Healthcare professionals gathered at the AHA Annual Membership Meeting to discuss the challenges posed by prior authorization policies. The panel, moderated by Marilyn Werber Serafini of the Bipartisan Policy Center, delved into the impacts of commercial insurance practices on patient care and healthcare systems. During the panel discussion, Dr. Shikha Jain of UI Health highlighted the significant delays and administrative burdens caused by prior authorization requirements. She emphasized the detrimental effects on …