These programs support the consistent use of evidence-based, professional guidelines for diagnostic imaging procedures. They help reduce risks to patients and improve the quality, safety and appropriate use of imaging procedures.
To submit and manage your prior authorizations, please sign in to the UnitedHealthcare Provider Portal.
Prior authorization may be required for these advanced outpatient imaging procedures:
Authorization is not required for procedures performed in an emergency room, observation unit, urgent care center or during an inpatient stay.
*Note: For Medicare Advantage and Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) benefit plans, prior authorization is not required for a CT, MRI or MRA.
These requirements apply to all providers subject to the UnitedHealthcare Administrative Guide. To review the complete protocol, please refer to the Outpatient Radiology Prior Authorization Protocol section in that guide.
For further information on related imaging policies, see Imaging Accreditation.
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This program is effective in Arizona, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.
The following commercial resource materials are inclusive of the UnitedHealthcare River Valley and Neighborhood Health Partnership (NHP) membership.
For information about UnitedHealthcare Oxford policies, please refer to our UnitedHealthcare® Oxford Clinical, Administrative and Reimbursement Policies. This page has all UnitedHealthcare Oxford clinical, administrative and reimbursement policies, including the following commonly referenced clinical guidelines and imaging policies: