Insurance authorizations, also known as prior authorizations, are essential for ensuring that medical treatments or supplies are covered under an insurance plan. Insurance companies require these approvals before certain medications, surgeries, or therapies are provided. This process helps prevent unnecessary costs and ensures that the treatments are medically necessary. For patients, understanding how to navigate insurance authorizations is important, as approval can sometimes take time. Pharmacies often assist with this process by submitting necessary documentation and working directly with insurance providers to expedite approvals for prescribed medications and surgical supplies.