September 16, 2021
Due to the increase in COVID-19 related admissions, we’re temporarilywaiving the prior authorization requirement for skilled nursing facilities(SNFs) effective September 7, 2021, through October 6, 2021. Please provideadmission notification and discharge date through this fax number, 888-613-1487, fordocumentation.
Refer LifeWisemembers to a contracted facility when possible to reduce member cost share. Tofind a list of contracted SNFs, use our provider directory and search forskilled nursing.
This is not a guarantee of payment. Claims forthis admission will be paid based on benefits and eligibility in effect at thetime of service. Sign in to the provider portal to review member benefitlimits. LifeWisereserves the right to perform a retrospective review of services if claims orpayment discrepancies arise.