Some doctors could order certain care for Medicare Advantage patients without getting prior approval first. They would qualify only for services that plans approved at least 90% of the time in the last year. Plans would also have to offer a doctor-to-doctor talk before many decisions.
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GOLD CARD Act of 2023 is a House bill in Congress.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Medicare Advantage patients, their doctors, and Medicare Advantage plans. Patients may get some tests, procedures, or treatments faster when their doctor has a strong approval record. Doctors may spend less time filing repeat requests for the same kinds of care. Plans would need new systems to track doctor approval rates, exemptions, appeals, and doctor-to-doctor talks.
Why this matters: Prior approval can delay care when patients need tests, procedures, or treatment. This bill could remove that step for some Medicare Advantage patients when their doctor often gets the same care approved. It could also reduce paperwork for doctors. The tradeoff is that plans would have less room to review some services before paying for them, so the effects on costs and plan rules are uncertain.
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Officially: GOLD CARD Act of 2023
Some doctors could order certain care for Medicare Advantage patients without getting prior approval first. They would qualify only for services that plans approved at least 90% of the time in the last year. Plans would also have to offer a doctor-to-doctor talk before many decisions.
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