SAR in Medical Billing
SAR stands for Service Authorization Request, a request submitted to an insurance company for approval of a specific service or treatment.
SAR in Medical Billing Explained
In medical billing, SAR is necessary for certain procedures or treatments that require prior authorization before they can be covered by insurance. Providers must submit an SAR and receive approval to ensure the service is reimbursed.
For example, a provider submits an SAR to request approval for an MRI scan for a patient with persistent headaches.
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