An important message regarding
Humana’s COVID-19 response:
ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATE Sept. 1, 2021
Humana is suspending authorization requirements for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and
long-term acute care (LTAC) for Medicare Advantage and commercial members discharging
from hospitals in the state of Texas through Oct. 1, 2021.
Important details:
- Authorization suspension, as outlined herein, will continue through Oct. 1, 2021.
- This suspension applies to participating/in-network providers only.
- Please provide notification of admission within 24 hours to allow us to track our members’ progress. You will receive
an approval when you submit the notification. - No other services requiring prior authorization are included in this suspension.