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Training: BRS prior authorization changes and updates effective 11/1/2024
Oregon Health Plan·OR · Psychiatry·Provider
Effective date
Nov 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Oregon Medicaid is hosting training sessions for Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) prior authorization changes effective November 1, 2024. The most critical change is the discontinuation of urgent authorization requests effective November 11, 2024, along with updates to forms, diagnosis documentation requirements, and authorization processes.
Action Required
By November 11, 2024: Stop submitting urgent authorization requests for BRS services - these will no longer be accepted. Register for OHA training sessions to learn updated authorization processes, new forms locations, and revised diagnosis documentation requirements. Update billing workflows to use standard authorization timelines only. Contact 503-979-8354 or BHMC@oha.oregon.gov with questions.