Tip for Insurer/state-specific

Medicare eliminated the therapy caps — but a targeted medical review may be triggered at certain dollar thresholds

Tip for Insurer/state-specific

Ensure progress notes document measurable functional gains — payers may deny continued authorization if progress stalls

Tip for Insurer/state-specific

If denied, request a peer-to-peer review with the insurer's medical director

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Outpatient PT/OT/ST Prior Authorization

Insurer/state-specific · Health insurance plans / State Medicaid

Prior authorization for outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy. Must specify frequency, duration, and medical necessity.

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Where to Submit This Form

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Submit through the insurer's provider portal

The treating therapist or their office typically submits the request.

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Fax to the insurer's utilization management department

Include clinical documentation and the therapy treatment plan.

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Call the insurer's prior authorization line

Use the provider services number.

Filing Deadline

Many insurers require prior authorization after a certain number of visits (e.g., initial evaluation may not require PA, but visits beyond 12-20 typically do). Submit before exceeding the plan's visit threshold.

Required Attachments

📎 Prior authorization request form
📎 Therapy evaluation with objective findings and standardized test scores
📎 Treatment plan with specific, measurable goals and estimated number of visits
📎 Progress notes documenting functional improvement
📎 Physician referral/prescription for therapy (if required)

Processing Time

Standard: 5-10 business days. Expedited: 72 hours.

What Happens Next

If approved, you will receive an authorization number and approved number of visits. The authorization typically covers a defined period (e.g., 60-90 days). Request re-authorization before the approved visits are exhausted.

Tips for This Form

✓ Medicare eliminated the therapy caps — but a targeted medical review may be triggered at certain dollar thresholds
✓ Ensure progress notes document measurable functional gains — payers may deny continued authorization if progress stalls
✓ If denied, request a peer-to-peer review with the insurer's medical director
✓ Some plans require re-evaluation and new goals every 30 days or every 10-12 visits

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