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Radiology Prior Authorization

Prior authorization is required for the following outpatient radiology procedures through NIA.

You can contact NIA's customer service representatives Monday through Friday from 7am to 7pm (CST) at (866) 307-9729.

  • CT SCAN
  • NUCLEAR EXERCISE
    - TOLERANCE TEST (ETT)
  • MRI/MRA
  • PET SCAN

NIA- radiology documents links:

Dean CPT Matrix for Providers

Dean NIA QA

Dean NIA Physician Ref Guide

Dean NIA Imaging Provider Ref Guide

NOTE:

It is the responsibility of the ordering physician or clinic to obtain authorization.

Providers rendering the above services should verify that the necessary authorization has been obtained. Failure to do so may result in non-payment of your claim.

Imaging Procedures ordered by Emergency room and urgent care providers or in observation and inpatient facilities do not require authorization.

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Radiology Prior Authorization