Anthem BCBSMedium ImpactPrior Auth

[Virginia] Precertification/prior authorization list change notification

Published May 18, 2026

AI Summary

Anthem Virginia has updated their precertification/prior authorization list, changing which services and procedures require prior approval before treatment. This is a fresh policy update that may affect claim processing and approval workflows.

Action Required

Immediately: Billing team and providers must review the updated precertification/prior authorization list at the provided URL to identify which services now require or no longer require prior authorization. Update billing system rules and encounter forms to reflect new requirements. Failure to obtain required prior authorizations will result in claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

VA

Specialties

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