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

Published May 27, 2026

AI Summary

Carelon Medical Benefits Management has updated precertification and prior authorization requirements for Anthem New York providers. This bulletin outlines changes to services that now require prior authorization approval before rendering care to avoid claim denials.

Action Required

Immediately: Review the complete policy bulletin at the provided URL to identify specific services now requiring prior authorization. Update billing system workflows to flag affected services for prior auth verification. Train staff on new precertification requirements. Failure to obtain required prior authorization will result in claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

NY

Specialties

all-specialties

[New York] Precertification/prior authorization requirement updates — Carelon Medical Benefits Management | Anthem BCBS | PolicyChanges.app