These health care hurdles can stand in the way of getting treatment your doctor says you need. Here's what to know about how to deal with them.

Does Medicare require prior authorization? Medicare Advantage plans often require prior authorization. But these coverage reviews are rare for original Medicare. That distinction changes in 2026. Many ...

A top health official at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hedged on payment reform, but committed to helping physicians address prior authorization challenges, during the American ...

When the doctor says you need a prescription or treatment, sometimes you need approval from your health insurance first.

Medicare Advantage plans often require prior authorization. But these coverage reviews are rare for original Medicare. That distinction changes in 2026. Many older adults choose original Medicare ...