Authorization Number in Medical Billing
An authorization number is a unique identifier provided by an insurance company that confirms approval for a specific service, procedure, or treatment.
Authorization Number in Medical Billing Explained
In medical billing, an authorization number is assigned once a healthcare provider obtains prior authorization from the insurance company for a service or procedure. This number must be included in the claim submission to ensure that the insurance company will cover the service.
For example, a healthcare provider includes the authorization number for a scheduled surgery on the claim to confirm that the procedure was pre-approved by the insurance company.
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