Utah Authorization Request for Medical Procedures Carrier Response is the process of requesting and receiving authorization from an insurance carrier for a medical procedure. This response will include details such as the cost of the procedure, the provider’s name, and the patient’s coverage. There are two types of Utah Authorization Request for Medical Procedures Carrier Response: Pre-Authorization and Post-Authorization. Pre-Authorization is when a provider requests authorization for a procedure before services are rendered, and Post-Authorization is when the insurance carrier reviews the procedure once it has been completed. Both types of authorization request must include a detailed description of the services provided, the patient’s diagnosis, and the estimated cost of the procedure.