Less Paperwork and More Care: AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana Removes Prior Authorization for More Than 850 Procedures and Devices
June 4, 2025 - Baton Rouge, La.
AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana is reducing the administrative burden for Louisiana’s health care community and making it easier for the plan’s members to obtain care. The Healthy Louisiana Medicaid managed care health plan has removed prior authorization requirements for 861 procedures and medical devices.
“We want our network providers to have a smooth and positive experience with us,” said AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana Market President Kyle Viator. “In addition to reducing providers’ administrative work, these removals will help our members have an easier time obtaining the care that keeps them healthy and improves their quality of life.”
AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana made the changes after a six-month review of prior authorization requests, which was led by doctors and other medical professionals. The review also considered Louisiana state requirements and prioritized member safety.
A complete list of the affected procedure codes can be found on the AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana Prior Authorization Service List.
“These changes are only the beginning of the effort to improve our network providers’ experience,” said AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana Market Chief Medical Officer Dr. Rodney Wise. “We encourage them to reach out to us with any suggestions they have for improving our prior authorization review process and other ways we can better work together to build healthier, stronger communities.”
Additional details can be found in this provider bulletin. Providers with questions or comments can contact their AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana account executive or Provider Services at 1-877-588-2248.
About AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana
AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana is one of six Medicaid managed care plans that participate in the Healthy Louisiana program. AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana helps Louisiana families get proper care and stay well. AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana works with communities in need to achieve positive health outcomes throughout the state. For more information, go to www.amerihealthcaritasla.com.
About AmeriHealth Caritas
AmeriHealth Caritas is one of the nation’s leaders in health care solutions for those most in need. Operating in 13 states and the District of Columbia, AmeriHealth Caritas serves millions of Medicaid, Medicare, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Health Insurance Marketplace® members through its integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, and behavioral health services. Headquartered in Newtown Square, Pa., AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 40 years of experience serving low-income and chronically ill populations. For more information, visit www.amerihealthcaritas.com.
