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Second Opinion

Medical prior authorizations for drugs and devices

Hosted by Michael Wilkes Feb. 06, 2022 Health & Wellness
Medical prior authorizations are intended to deter prescribing and save insurance companies money. Their real impact is to decrease the quality of care for people with chronic diseases.

Medical prior authorizations are intended to deter prescribing and save insurance companies money.  Their real impact is to decrease the quality of care for people with chronic diseases.

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