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[Virginia] Precertification/prior authorization requirement updates — Carelon Medical Benefits Management

Published May 27, 2026

AI Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management (Anthem's medical management company) has updated precertification and prior authorization requirements for Virginia providers. This affects which services require approval before treatment and may impact claim processing.

Action Required

Immediately: Review the complete policy bulletin at the provided URL to identify specific services with new prior authorization requirements. Update billing system settings and staff workflows to ensure prior authorizations are obtained for newly affected services. Train front desk and clinical staff on updated requirements to prevent claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

VA

Specialties

all-specialties

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