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Asuris Policies

Asuris Medical Policies are developed to provide guidance for members and providers regarding coverage in accordance with contract terms. Benefit determinations are based in all cases on the applicable contract language. To the extent there may be any conflict between the Medical Policy and contract language, the contract language takes precedence.

Newly established or revised medical, reimbursement and administrative policies and information on quality improvement activities may be communicated in our newsletter, The Connection OnlineSM, or by letter. It is important that physicians, other health care professionals, facilities and their staff review each issue to keep abreast of these policies.

For more information about specific policies, select the appropriate manual:

Medical and Reimbursement Policy Manuals Description
Medical Policy

The purpose of medical policy is to provide guidelines for determining coverage criteria for specific procedures, equipment and services. The Introduction section of this manual includes information about:

  • Selecting Technologies 
  • Research Sources
  • Technology Assessment
  • Approval process
NOTE: Asuris Medical Policy does not apply to Medicare and Asuris TruAdvantage.  Review the Medicare Advantage Plans section for more information.

Your patients may ask questions regarding Asuris Medical Policy, as our policies are also available to our members on www.asuris.com 

Dental Policy Dental policies have been developed through consideration of government approval status, dental necessity, generally accepted standards of dental practice and review of dental literature.

Reimbursement Policy

These policies document Asuris payment policy and correct coding for medical and surgical services and supplies.

 

Revised August 2011

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