MedicaidPrior AuthMedium impact
[Georgia] Prior Authorization Requirement Update
CareSource·GA · Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, General Surgery·Provider Bulletin
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Jun 13, 2026
Summary
CareSource Georgia Medicaid has updated prior authorization requirements for additional skin and subcutaneous tissue procedures. This policy change affects billing workflows for dermatological and surgical procedures requiring pre-approval.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must review the updated CareSource Georgia Medicaid prior authorization list for skin and subcutaneous procedures at https://www.caresource.com/documents/ga-med-p-4146385_ga-mcd-nn-additional-skin-sub.pdf. Update billing system to flag affected procedures for prior auth verification. Train staff on new requirements to prevent claim denials.