Glossary term
Prior authorization
A requirement that an insurance plan approve a medication or procedure in advance before agreeing to cover it. Common for GLP-1 medications, IVF, bariatric surgery, and TRT.
Related Procedures
Prior authorization appears in the following procedure guides on ProcedureFinder:
Weight Loss
Semaglutide for Weight Loss
Weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist injection that reduces appetite and food cravings, typically producing 12 to 17 percent body weight loss over 12 months.
Weight Loss
Tirzepatide for Weight Loss
Weekly dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist injection delivering 18 to 22 percent body weight loss in 72 weeks, slightly outperforming semaglutide in head-to-head trials.
Fertility
IVF Cycle
A complete cycle of in-vitro fertilization including ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, laboratory fertilization, and embryo transfer.
Bariatric
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Laparoscopic removal of approximately 80 percent of the stomach to create a banana-shaped sleeve, restricting food intake and reducing hunger hormones.
Hormones
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)
Long-term testosterone replacement for men with clinically low testosterone, typically delivered via weekly injections, transdermal cream, or implanted pellets.