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Prior Authorization

Fast, Accurate Approvals to Protect Your Revenue and Support Patient Care

Overview

Securing approvals quickly and accurately so your practice can move forward.

Prior authorization is one of the most important steps in ensuring that patients receive appropriate coverage for the services they need—while protecting your practice from unnecessary denials. When authorizations are missed, incomplete, or delayed, it often results in lost revenue, frustrated patients, and unpaid claims.

At Bioanalysis Diagnostic Laboratory (BDL), we understand how time-sensitive and detail-oriented the authorization process is. Our team manages the entire workflow on your behalf, securing approvals quickly and accurately so your practice can move forward confidently.

Value Proposition

Why Prior Authorization Matters

Prior authorization is designed to:

  • Ensure patients receive coverage for eligible treatments
  • Prevent surprise patient billing
  • Reduce claim denials and avoidable write-offs
  • Accelerate payment after services are performed
  • Protect your practice from compliance issues

When handled correctly, prior authorization sets the foundation for a smooth billing cycle and keeps reimbursement on track.

Methodology

A Proactive, Critical Component

BDL treats authorizations as a critical component of the revenue cycle—not an afterthought. Our authorization specialists proactively coordinate with insurers and payers.

01

Complete Insurance Verification

We review patient eligibility, benefits, and payer rules to ensure approval requirements are understood upfront.

02

Fast Authorization Submission

Our team sends clinical documentation to insurers through secure portals, fax, or direct communication.

03

Proactive Follow-Up

We track every authorization request in real time, following up with payers to ensure approvals are secured without delay.

04

Compliance-Driven Accuracy

BDL maintains strict payer-specific guidelines to avoid denials, retro-auth issues, and reimbursement delays.

05

Seamless Integration

Approved authorization numbers are added directly to claim submissions, supporting clean claims and faster payment.

Guidelines

When Prior Authorization is Required

Although requirements vary by payer, authorizations are commonly needed for several high-impact services. BDL stays current with each insurer’s specific criteria.

High-cost diagnostic tests
Surgeries and procedures
Specialty medications
Advanced imaging
Durable medical equipment
Outpatient/Inpatient services
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Support

How BDL Supports Your Practice

Reduced administrative workload
Lower risk of denials and write-offs
Faster confirmation for scheduled services
Accurate payer communication
Increased revenue protection
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