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Magellan Healthcare1 Medical Specialty Solutions
Humana Caresource Provider Training/Presented by: Name: Meghan Murphy 1 National Imaging Associates, Inc. is a subsidiary of Magellan Healthcare, Inc.
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Magellan Healthcare Training Program
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Magellan Healthcare Program Agenda
Introduction to Magellan Healthcare Our Program Authorization Process Other Program Components Provider Tools and Contact Information RadMD Demo Questions and Answers
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>20% clinical disapproval rates
A Unique Vision of Care As the nation’s leading specialty health care management company, we deliver comprehensive and innovative solutions to improve quality outcomes and optimize cost of care. >20% clinical disapproval rates 4
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Magellan Healthcare Highlights
Magellan Healthcare Facts Providing Client Solutions since 1995 Magellan Acquisition (2006) Headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ Business supported by two National Call Operational Centers Industry Presence 99 Health Plan Clients serving 36M National Lives 23.37M Commercial 2.55M Medicare 10.82M Medicaid 41 states Clinical Leadership Strong panel of internal Clinical leaders – client consultation; clinical framework Supplemented by broad panel of external clinical experts as consultants (for guidelines) Product Portfolio Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Cardiac Solutions Radiation Oncology Musculoskeletal Management (Surgery/IPM) Physical Medicine (Chiropractic Care, Speech Therapy, Physical and Occupational Therapies) Provider Profiling & Practice Management Analysis URAC Accreditation & NCQA Certified
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Magellan Healthcare’s Prior Authorization Program
Effective August 15, 2019: The Magellan Healthcare Call Center will be available beginning August 5, 2019 for prior authorization for dates of service August 15, 2019 and beyond. Any services rendered on and after August 15, 2019 will require authorization. Only non-emergent procedures performed in an outpatient setting require authorization with Magellan Healthcare. Procedures Requiring Authorization CT/CTA CCTA MRI/MRA PET Scan Excluded from Program: Procedures Performed in the Following Settings: Hospital Inpatient Observation Emergency Room Surgery Center
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List of CPT Procedure Codes Requiring Prior Authorization
INSERT HEALTH PLAN SPECIFIC MATRIX SCREEN SHOT Review Claims/Utilization Review Matrix to determine CPT codes managed by Magellan Healthcare CPT Codes and their Allowable Billable Groupings Located on RadMD Defer to Humana CareSource Policies for Procedures not on Claims/Utilization Review Matrix
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Responsibility for Authorization
Ordering Provider Responsible for obtaining prior authorization Rendering Provider Ensuring that prior authorization has been obtained prior to providing service Recommendation to Rendering Providers: Do not schedule test until authorization is received
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Prior Authorization Process Overview
Or Online Through RadMD Ordering Physician Algorithm Submit Requests by Phone Information evaluated via algorithm and medical records Claim Rendering Provider Performs Service Service Authorized
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Clinical Decision Making and Algorithms
Guidelines are reviewed and mutually approved by Humana CareSource and Magellan Healthcare’s Chief Medical Officers Magellan Healthcare’s algorithms and medical necessity reviews collect key clinical information to ensure that Humana CareSource members are receiving appropriate care prior to more invasive procedures being performed. Our goal – ensure that Humana CareSource members are receiving the appropriate level of care. Clinical Guidelines available on Always to be included
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Patient and Clinical Information Required for Authorization
GENERAL Includes things like ordering physician information, Member information, rendering provider information, requested examination, etc. CLINICAL INFORMATION Includes clinical information that will justify examination, symptoms and their duration, physical exam findings Preliminary procedures already completed (e.g., x-rays, CTs, lab work, ultrasound reports, scoped procedures, referrals to specialist, specialist evaluation) Reason the study is being requested (e.g., further evaluation, rule out a disorder) Refer to the Prior Authorization Checklists on RadMD for more specific information.
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Document Review Magellan Healthcare may request patient’s medical records/additional clinical information When requested, validation of clinical criteria within the patient’s medical records is required before an approval can be made Ensures that clinical criteria that supports the requested test are clearly documented in medical records Helps ensure that patients receive the most appropriate, effective care 12
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Magellan Healthcare to Ordering Provider: Request for Additional Clinical Information
A fax is sent to the provider detailing what clinical information that is needed, along with a Fax Coversheet We stress the need to provide the clinical information as quickly as possible so we can make a determination Determination timeframe begins after receipt of clinical information Failure to receive requested clinical information may result in non certification
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Submitting Additional Clinical Information/Medical Records to Magellan Healthcare
Two ways to submit clinical information to Magellan Healthcare Via Fax Via RadMD Upload Use the Fax Coversheet (when faxing clinical information to Magellan Healthcare) Additional copies of Fax Coversheets can also be printed from RadMD or requested via the Call Be sure to use the Magellan Healthcare Fax Coversheet for all transmissions of clinical information!
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Prior Authorization Process
Intake level Initial Clinical Review Physician Clinical Review Physicians may: Approve Deny Requests are evaluated using our clinical algorithm Requests may: Approve Require additional clinical review Pend for clinical validation of medical records Nurses will review request and may: Approve Send to Magellan Healthcare physician for additional clinical review A peer to peer discussion is always available! 15
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Notification of Determination
Approval Notification Member: Letter Ordering Provider: Fax, and Letter if fax fails Denial Notification Member: Letter Ordering Provider: Fax, Verbal and Letter if fax fails Authorization Validity Period 60 Days From the Date of Request Appeal Instructions In the event of a denial, providers are asked to follow the appeal instructions provided in their denial letter.
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Magellan Healthcare’s Urgent Authorization Process
If an urgent clinical situation exists outside of a hospital emergency room, please contact Magellan Healthcare immediately with the appropriate clinical information for an expedited review
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Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety
Program Components Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety
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Using Humana CareSource Network
Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety Using Humana CareSource Network Advanced Imaging Provider Network: Humana CareSource will use the Humana CareSource network of Free- Standing Imaging Facilities (FSFs), Hospitals, and In Office Providers as it’s preferred providers for delivering outpatient CT/CTA, MRI/MRA, CCTA, and PET Scan to Humana CareSource members throughout Kentucky.
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Claims and Appeals How Claims Should be Submitted
Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety Claims and Appeals How Claims Should be Submitted Claims Appeals Process Rendering providers/Imaging providers should continue to send their claims directly to Humana CareSource. Providers are strongly encouraged to use EDI claims submission. Check on claims status by logging on to the Humana CareSource website at In the event of a prior authorization or claims payment denial, providers may appeal the decision through Humana CareSource Providers should follow the instructions on their non-authorization letter or Explanation of Payment (EOP) notification. NOTE: Consistent with CMS guidelines, multiple procedure discounts are applied when appropriate.
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Radiation Safety and Awareness
Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety Radiation Safety and Awareness Studies suggest a significant increase in cancer in dose estimates in excess of 50 mSv U.S. population exposed to nearly six times more radiation from medical devices than in 1980 CT scans and nuclear studies are the largest contributors to increased medical radiation exposure Magellan Healthcare has developed Radiation Awareness Tools and Safety Programs designed to create patient and physician awareness of radiation concerns
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Magellan Healthcare’s Radiation Awareness Program
Provider Network Claims and Appeals Radiation Safety Magellan Healthcare’s Radiation Awareness Program Radiation Awareness Program Identification of High Exposure Members Point of Service Provider Notification and Opportunities for Provider Education Promote Member Awareness and Education Radiation Calculator Over 8,000 visits to the website from 89 countries Apple, Android and Facebook App available Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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Provider Tools Toll free authorization and information number – Available Monday – Friday 8AM-8PM EST Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System for authorization tracking RadMD Website – Available 24/7 (except during maintenance) Request authorization (ordering providers only) and view authorization status Upload additional clinical information View Clinical Guidelines, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), and other educational documents
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Ordering Provider: Getting Started on RadMD.com
Everyone in your organization is required to have their own separate user name and password due to HIPAA regulations. 1 STEPS: Click the “New User” button on the right side of the home page. Select “Physician’s office that orders procedures” Fill out the application and click the “Submit” button. You must include your address in order for our Webmaster to respond to you with your Magellan Healthcare-approved user name and password. NOTE: On subsequent visits to the site, click the “Sign In” button to proceed. 2 3 Offices that will be both ordering and rendering should request ordering provider access, this will allow your office to request authorizations on RadMD and see the status of those authorization requests.
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Rendering Provider: Getting Started on RadMD.com
IMPORTANT Everyone in your organization is required to have their own separate user name and password due to HIPAA regulations. Designate an “Administrator” for the facility who manages the access for the entire facility. 1 STEPS: Click the “New User” button on the right side of the home page. Select “Facility/office where procedures are performed” Fill out the application and click the “Submit” button. You must include your address in order for our Webmaster to respond to you with your Magellan Healthcare-approved user name and password. NOTE: On subsequent visits to the site, click the “Sign In” button to proceed. 2 3 If you have multiple staff members entering authorizations and you want each person to be able to see all approved authorizations, they will need to register for a rendering username and password. The administrator will have the ability to approve rendering access for each employee. This will allow users to see all approved authorizations under your organization.
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When to Contact Magellan Healthcare
Providers: Ordering Providers: To initiate a request for an authorization please contact Magellan Healthcare via website, or via toll-free number To check the status of an authorization please contact Magellan Healthcare via website, or Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System Rendering Providers: Ordering Providers and Rendering Providers: For assistance or technical support for RadMD, please contact RadMD Help Desk via or RadMD ( ). For any provider education requests or questions specific to Magellan Healthcare and the Medical Specialty Solutions Program, Providers may contact Meghan Murphy, Provider Relations Manager at: or
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RadMD Demo Always to be included
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Confidentiality Statement
The information presented in this presentation is confidential and expected to be used solely in support of the delivery of services to Humana CareSource members. By receipt of this presentation, each recipient agrees that the information contained herein will be kept confidential and that the information will not be photocopied, reproduced, or distributed to or disclosed to others at any time without the prior written consent of Humana CareSource and Magellan Health, Inc.
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