Submit prior authorizations

Prior authorization is required for select services, procedures and medications covered under the Ascension Health Plan.

Tip: When submitting a prior authorization, please have the following information available:

  • Member demographics
  • Diagnosis and CPT/HCPCS codes
  • Clinical documentation supporting medical necessity
  • Ordering and servicing provider NPIs/Tax IDs

Submission process

Three easy options to submit:

Ascension portal login screen

Secure provider portal

AscensionHealthPlan.org

Registration is required if you do not already have an account on AscensionHealthPlan.org.

If you have a myLuminareHealth.com provider account, you can log in to AscensionHealthPlan.org using your myLuminareHealth.com username and password.

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Fax

TBD

For Medical Management and Medical Specialty Drugs

Phone 

888-711-0494 

Our team is available by phone Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. CT.

Check prior authorization status

Once a prior authorization request has been submitted, providers can check its status to view real-time updates, review authorization decisions and identify any outstanding documentation requirements. Regular status checks can help minimize delays and support timely coordination of patient care.

Visit AscensionHealthPlan.org to view the status of a submitted prior authorization request.

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