UnitedHealthcare Cuts Prior Authorization Requirements by 30% May 5, 2026 6:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time UnitedHealthcare Cuts Prior Authorization Requirements by 30% Share This initiative builds on a series of recent, industry-leading commitments the company has made to make healthcare simpler and more affordable, while raising the bar for transparency and accountability across the marketplace. "Prior authorization is an essential safeguard but should only be used when it truly protects patients and improve ...