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[Ohio] Prior authorization requirement updates — Carelon Medical Benefits Management

Published May 27, 2026

AI Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management has updated prior authorization requirements for Ohio providers. This affects Anthem-affiliated plans in Ohio and may require changes to which services need prior approval before treatment.

Action Required

Immediately: Access the full policy details at https://providernews.anthem.com/ohio/articles/prior-authorization-requirement-updates-carelon-medical-bene-30070 to review specific prior authorization changes. Billing team must identify newly added or removed prior auth requirements and update billing system rules accordingly. Notify providers of any services that now require prior authorization to prevent claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial, Medicare Advantage

States

OH

Specialties

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