Tip for HH PA (insurer-specific)

Traditional Medicare does NOT require prior authorization for home health (but some Medicare Advantage plans do)

Tip for HH PA (insurer-specific)

Document homebound status clearly — this is the most common reason for authorization denials

Tip for HH PA (insurer-specific)

Request concurrent review authorization BEFORE the current authorization expires

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Home Health Prior Authorization

HH PA (insurer-specific) · Health Insurance Plans / UM Organizations

Request for authorization of home health services including skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide. Requires signed physician orders and supporting clinical documentation.

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Where to Submit This Form

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Fax to the insurer's home health authorization department

Typically submitted by the home health agency. Medicare does not require prior authorization for most home health services.

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Submit through the insurer's provider portal

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Call the insurer's home health authorization line

Filing Deadline

Submit before starting home health services. For managed care plans, authorization is typically required before the first visit. Concurrent review may be required for continued services.

Required Attachments

📎 Completed prior authorization request form
📎 Physician's order for home health services
📎 Plan of care (CMS-485 or equivalent)
📎 Clinical assessment and OASIS data
📎 Face-to-face encounter documentation
📎 Documentation of homebound status and need for skilled services

Processing Time

Standard: 5-15 business days. Urgent: 24-72 hours. Concurrent reviews for continued services: 3-5 business days.

What Happens Next

If approved, the authorization specifies the types of services, frequency, and duration authorized. The home health agency must comply with the authorized scope and request re-authorization for continued services.

Tips for This Form

✓ Traditional Medicare does NOT require prior authorization for home health (but some Medicare Advantage plans do)
✓ Document homebound status clearly — this is the most common reason for authorization denials
✓ Request concurrent review authorization BEFORE the current authorization expires
✓ If denied, appeal citing the face-to-face encounter and clinical documentation supporting the need for skilled services

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