Maine: New coverage for safer pain management options
AI Summary
UnitedHealthcare published new guidance for Maine providers highlighting covered alternatives to opioid medications, including non-opioid pain medications, physical therapy, acupuncture, and other non-medication pain management options. This applies to UnitedHealthcare commercial and Individual Exchange plan members in Maine.
Action Required
Immediately: Review new Maine pain management guidance on UnitedHealthcare Provider Portal. Update clinical staff on covered non-opioid alternatives including physical therapy, acupuncture, and non-narcotic medications. Ensure prior authorization processes align with bureau guidelines for alternative pain management treatments.
Plan Types
Commercial, Exchange
States
ME
Specialties
pain-management, family-medicine, internal-medicine, ortho, pm-r, physical-therapy