What Is Prior Authorization? - Detailed Guide for Providers
- Prior Authorization
- OneMed Billing
Faster Approvals
Fewer Denials
End-to-End Authorization Support
Missing or late prior authorizations are a leading cause of delayed
treatments, denied claims, and patient dissatisfaction. In busy
practices, it’s easy for these steps to fall through the cracks. That’s
where we step in.
Our team manages the entire prior authorization process—gathering
documentation, submitting requests, following up with payers, and
tracking every response until approval.
We help ensure the care your patients need is never held up by
paperwork.
We tailor our process to your EHR, specialty, and communication preferences. Whether you use Epic, Athena, Kareo, or another platform, we submit requests within 24 hours, prioritize urgent orders, and deliver updates through secure messaging, fax, or direct EHR entry. Dedicated specialists are assigned to your team so you stay informed and in control.
Approval turnaround time
Denials due to missing auth
Patient cancellations due to delay
3 to 5 days
14%
Frequent
1 to 2 days
Less than 3%
Rare
Our team used to chase payers for every specialty request. With OneMed, everything is tracked, followed up, and reported. It’s a game-changer.”
We support practices that manage frequent prior authorizations across various specialties and payer types. From complex drug requests to imaging, behavioral health, or DME approvals—we handle it all. Our team is trained to manage peer-to-peer scheduling, GAP exception requests, and both Medicare Advantage and commercial plans, with full documentation at every step.
We keep your team informed every step of the way. You’ll know when a request is submitted, approved, delayed, or denied—with clear documentation included.
Our step-by-step workflow ensures no authorization slips through the cracks.
Need help with peer-to-peer reviews or urgent approvals? We’re ready to assist.
Choosing OneMed means fewer delays, fewer denials, and a smoother path from scheduling to treatment.
Absolutely. All team members are trained in HIPAA and follow strict privacy protocols.
Yes, we support both types of prior authorizations across all payer types.
We typically submit within 24 hours of receiving the order. Urgent cases are handled same day.
We work with providers in radiology, behavioral health, pain management, neurology, cardiology, and more.
Yes. We assist with scheduling and documentation for peer-to-peer reviews when required.