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[California] 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 California members. This affects which services require prior approval before treatment and may impact claim processing for affected procedures.

Action Required

Immediately: Billing team must review the full policy details at the provided URL to identify specific services with changed prior authorization requirements. Update billing system rules and staff workflows accordingly. Verify prior auth requirements before scheduling affected services to prevent claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

CA

Specialties

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