The PA process is in many cases muddled by a mix of factors, including: Varying interests, workflows, and motivations of PBMs, patients and prescribers Loads of clinical protocols, each presenting the potential for delays and mistakes Manual reviews of prior authorization requests and medical charts by clinicians Lack of standardization among plan administrators and PBMs Hundreds of health plans and third-party payers Not All Prior Authorization Requests Are Reviewed by a Clinician on the PBM Side
Patients should aim for sufficient protein from a variety of sources including lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, and plant-based proteins
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Importantly, many patients find these taste changes helpful rather than problematic, as they facilitate adherence to reduced-calorie diets and support weight management goals