Washington State Health Care Authority sent this bulletin at 01/29/2016 09:21 AM PST
Provider Alert
Dear Provider,
Retroactive
for claims with dates of service on and after January 1, 2016, the Health Care Authority has removed the
expedited prior authorization (EPA) requirements for developmental and autism
screenings for young children.
For further
details, see the What has changed
tables in the following provider guides:
Please do
not reply directly to this message. If you have feedback
or questions, please visit the HCA
website for contact information.
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WashingtonStateHealth Care Authority HCA oversees the state’s top
two health care purchasers — Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) and the Public
Employee Benefits Board Program. We work with partners to help ensure
Washingtonians have access to better health and better care at a lower cost. For
more information, visit www.hca.wa.gov.