Anthem BCBSMedium ImpactPrior Auth
[Ohio] Prevent delays to behavioral health prior authorizations (PAs): standard vs. expedited requests
Published May 14, 2026
AI Summary
Anthem Ohio has updated guidance on behavioral health prior authorization requests to prevent delays. The policy clarifies the difference between standard and expedited PA requests for behavioral health services, helping providers choose the appropriate request type to avoid processing delays.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and clinical staff should review the updated behavioral health PA guidelines at the provided URL to understand when to submit standard vs. expedited prior authorization requests. Update internal workflows to ensure correct PA request type is selected based on clinical urgency to prevent claim delays.
Plan Types
Commercial
States
OH
Specialties
psychiatry