Simple definition
A payer review process that may be required before certain services under current plan rules.
Beginner explanation
Authorization status should be verified and tracked, but approval is not automatically a guarantee of payment.
Where it appears in the workflow
Referral / Authorization
Workflow example
A fictional authorization request is logged with status, reference, date, and next follow-up.
Common confusion
Authorization does not replace eligibility, benefits, medical-necessity, claim, or employer requirements.
Related learning
Module: Prior Authorization Basics
Workflow: Prior Authorization Tracking Workflow
Resources: Prior Authorization Tracker
Safe next step
Open the related workflow and identify what must be verified before using this term in real work. Definitions can depend on plan, payer, employer, contract, specialty, place of service, and current policy.
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