Medical Inpatient and Outpatient Authorizations Now Available and More

This week, we are sharing the following provider updates:

• Medical inpatient and outpatient authorizations now available in Availity Essentials™ effective September 21, 2026
• Behavioral health provider contracting: Regulatory updates and reminders 2026
• Quest Diagnostics Richmond Rapid Response Laboratory — expanding local, in-network toxicology services.
• Global maternity billing updates — effective January 1, 2027
• Tobacco cessation referrals
• Authorization and medical policy updates
• Upcoming educational opportunities

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Provider Updates: Medical Inpatient and Outpatient Authorizations Now Available and More