June 23 (UPI) -- Major American insurers announced Monday that they have agreed to speed up and smooth out the processes involved with the reception and administration of health care by streamlining the prior authorization process.
The AHIP health insurance industry trade association explained in a press release that dozens of large insurers such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Cigna and UnitedHealthCare have voluntarily agreed to "streamline, simplify and reduce prior authorization," a move intended to better connect patients to necessary care while cutting down on the clerical loads of providers.
"The health care system remains fragmented and burdened by outdated manual processes, resulting in frustration for patients and providers alike," said AHIP President and CEO Mike Tuffin.
According to the companies, 257 million Americans should benefit from the changes, which will be implemented across markets, and include commercial coverage and some Medicare and Medicaid plans.
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