September 2021 – Page 2 – POET LLC

Humana’s Covid-19 Response

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.

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