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How to Fix the Handoffs Where Prior Authorization Workflows Break Down

The interview with Tina Valbh highlights how prior‑authorization workflows crumble at every handoff, from clinicians to multiple vendors, creating delays and patient confusion. She points out that patients rarely receive real‑time updates, leaving them unaware of denials or required actions. The fragmentation stems from too many stakeholders and poor coordination, turning a cost‑control tool into a barrier to care. Valbh recommends streamlining processes and boosting transparency to turn prior authorization into a seamless, patient‑centric experience.