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[Georgia] Prior Authorization Requirement Update

Published May 9, 2026

AI Summary

CareSource Georgia Medicaid has updated their prior authorization requirements for Q4 2024. This policy change affects specific medical codes that now require prior authorization before services can be provided to Georgia Medicaid patients.

Action Required

Immediately: Billing team must review the updated CareSource Georgia Medicaid prior authorization code list at the provided URL to identify which procedures now require prior auth. Update billing system and encounter forms to flag affected codes for prior authorization. Train staff on new requirements to prevent claim denials for Georgia Medicaid patients.

Plan Types

Medicaid

States

GA

Specialties

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