Authorizations

For urgent and emergent pre-authorizations, call the number on the back of the member’s ID card.

Authorization status is available by calling Provider Services via the number on the back of the member’s ID card.

Medical Authorizations

Drug Authorizations

All drugs paid under medical coverage, please use the medical authorization form above. For OhioHealth Associates and Unity Plan members, use the Archimedes form below.

Behavioral Health Authorizations

Hospital Review Team


Elective admissions/requests should be submitted for pre-authorization as soon as possible or at least 7-10 days prior to scheduling an admission or procedure.

For urgent and emergent pre-authorizations, call the number on the back of the member’s ID card.

Authorization status is available by calling Provider Services via the number on the back of the member’s ID card. Providers are also notified of all authorization decisions in writing (by fax). Elective decisions are typically rendered within 4-5 days from receipt of all requested information. Urgent cases will be completed within 72 hours.

Emergency requests due to life-altering situations will be completed within 24-48 hours.

Providers

NEW! The OhioHealth Drug List has been updated as of August 16, 2022. Please refer to the Drug Aurthorizations listing on this page for full details.