Get THSteps-CCP PCS Assessment Prior Authorization Request Form And

Except for emergency services, post-stabilization services, and services provided to you during an approved inpatient admission, all services from an out-of-network provider must be prior authorized. Claims for services from out-of-network providers that are not approved before the service is given may be denied.

The patient's health-care plan may play a role in the Referral Decision Process: Medicaid Managed Care requires patients be seen by their PCP for a referral to a specialist. Many private managed-care plans also require patients be seen by their PCP for a specialty referral.

Call toll-free at 800-252-8263, 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905. Choose English or Spanish. Choose option 2. The person you speak with can help you find out if you have Medicaid or not.

Make and document an eligibility decision on an application as soon as all required verification is received. Time frame for eligibility determination: Make an eligibility decision within 45 days on applications from applicants 65 years or older.

Comprehensive Care Program (CCP) — A package of Medicaid services available to individuals based on medical necessity that goes beyond regular Medicaid services for all ages and is part of the Texas Health Steps benefit for individuals under age 21.

The prior authorization process begins when a service prescribed by a patient's physician is not covered by their health insurance plan. Communication between the physician's office and the insurance company is necessary to handle the prior authorization.

If you think more information or an additional form may be needed, please check the issuer's website before faxing or mailing your request. Please fax form to Superior HealthPlan at 1-866-399-0929.

The patient's health-care plan may play a role in the Referral Decision Process: Medicaid Managed Care requires patients be seen by their PCP for a referral to a specialist. Many private managed-care plans also require patients be seen by their PCP for a specialty referral.