WellCare by Absolute Care (AIP) Pre-Auth check
DISCLAIMER: All attempts are made to provide the most current information on the Pre-Auth Tool. However, this does NOT guarantee payment. Payment of claims is dependent on eligibility, covered benefits, provider contracts and correct coding and billing practices. For specific details, please refer to the Medicare-Medicaid Provider Manual. If you are uncertain that prior authorization is needed, please submit a request for an accurate response.
The following services need to be verified by Evolent.
Complex imaging, MRA, MRI, PET, and CT scan
Musculoskeletal services
Pain Management
Therapy- PT/OT/ST *Note - excludes services in the home setting.
All out-of-network requests require prior authorization except emergency care, out-of-area urgent care or out-of-area dialysis.
Prior Authorization at a Glance
Prior Authorization is NOT Required
The following services do NOT require prior authorization:
- Services rendered in an emergency room or urgent care center
- Services rendered by a public health or welfare agency
- Family planning services billed with a contraceptive management diagnosis
Prior Authorization IS Required
The following services REQUIRE prior authorization:
- Services rendered by an out out-of-network provider, with the exception of emergency and urgent care services
- Admission of a member to an inpatient facility
- Hospice services
- Anesthesia services for pain management or dental procedures.
- Services rendered at home, other than DME, orthotics, prosthetics, supplies and therapeutic injections
- Services rendered by a chiropractor
Prior Authorization Check
To submit a prior authorization Login Here
If an authorization is needed, you can log in to your account to submit one online or fill out the appropriate fax form on the Provider Manuals and Forms page.