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[Virginia] Updates to Carelon Medical Benefits Management, Inc. Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines

Published May 18, 2026

AI Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management, Inc. has updated their Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines for Virginia providers. This affects prior authorization and coverage determination processes for services managed by Carelon.

Action Required

Immediately: Billing team should review the updated Carelon Medical Benefits Management Clinical Appropriateness Guidelines at the provided URL to identify specific changes to prior authorization requirements, coverage criteria, and documentation standards. Update internal workflows and staff training accordingly to ensure compliance with new guidelines.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

VA

Specialties

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