The Medicare Advantage trap: What they don't tell you

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71. About Medicare and pre-clearance

Medicare and Prior Authorization

Medicare rarely requires prior authorizations. However, to contain costs, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has authorized Medicare to require prior authorizations for certain hospital outpatient procedures, durable medical equipment and pre-approval for inpatient rehabilitation and home health services.
https://health.usnews.com/medicare/articles/medicare-require-prior-authorization