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Provider Bulletin 08-29-2025 Make the switch to Availity Essentials exciting updates with providers in mind IM IE LA OC SAC SD

Molina Healthcare·CA·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Molina Healthcare of California is transitioning providers to Availity Essentials platform with enhanced features including larger file attachments (up to 640MB), faster processing, real-time alerts, and expanded auto-authorization for more CPT codes. The legacy prior authorization portal is being discontinued.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Register for Availity Essentials at availity.com/MolinaHealthcare to replace the legacy prior authorization portal. Billing team should update workflows to use the new platform for all prior authorization requests and take advantage of expanded auto-authorization capabilities and faster attachment processing.

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