If a person’s Medicare plan requires prior authorization, their doctor will typically take responsibility for submitting the request. A person may need to complete certain forms beforehand.

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Prior authorization is the process through which a doctor seeks approval from a person’s health insurance plan before ordering a specific medication or medical service. Original Medicare (parts ...