Pre-Auth Check
DISCLAIMER: All attempts are made to provide the most current information on the Pre-Auth Needed Tool. However, this does NOT guarantee payment. Payment of claims is dependent on eligibility, covered benefits, provider contracts, and correct coding and billing practices. For specific details, please refer to the provider manual. If you are uncertain that prior authorization is needed, please submit a request for an accurate response.
Arkansas Total Care Q4 Pharmacy Prior Authorization and Step-therapy Data (CSV)
Arkansas Total Care Q4 Prior Authorization Data (CSV)
Arkansas Total Care Q4 Clinical Policy History with Step-therapy and Exclusions Data (CSV)
Complex imaging, MRA, MRI, PET, and CT scans need to be verified by NIA.
Prior Authorizations for Musculoskeletal Procedures should be verified by TurningPoint.
Non-participating providers must submit Prior Authorization for all services.
Prior Authorization at a Glance
Prior Authorization is NOT Required
The following services do NOT require prior authorization:
- Services rendered in an emergency room or urgent care center
- Services rendered by a public health or welfare agency
- Family planning services billed with a contraceptive management diagnosis
Prior Authorization IS Required
The following services REQUIRE prior authorization:
- Services rendered by an out out-of-network provider, with the exception of emergency and urgent care services
- Admission of a member to an inpatient facility
- Hospice services
- Anesthesia services for pain management or dental procedures.
- Services rendered at home, other than DME, orthotics, prosthetics, supplies and therapeutic injections
- Services rendered by a chiropractor
Prior Authorization Check
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In accordance with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Final Rule (CMS 0057 F), we are annually publishing our prior authorization requirements and performance metrics to promote transparency, accountability, and better support our members and providers.
Reports:
- AR Total Care CMS Final Rule 0057-F Prior Authorization Requirements: 128 (PDF)
- AR Total Care Prior Authorization Metrics Summary: 128 (PDF)
The data presented in these publications reflects prior authorization requests processed during the applicable measurement year in accordance with CMS reporting specifications. Metrics are calculated using CMS defined methodologies and may not be directly comparable to alternative reports or third party summaries.