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Oregon Prior Authorization Requirements
A guide to prior authorization rules, turnaround times, and laws for medical practices operating in Oregon (OR).
PA Turnaround Times
Standard Requests
14 calendar days
Urgent / Expedited
72 hours
PA Reform Legislation
Oregon has enacted step therapy reform and PA transparency legislation.
Key Regulations
- Standard PA turnaround of 14 calendar days
- Urgent requests within 72 hours
- Step therapy override protections
- PA criteria transparency requirements
Oregon Medicaid PA
Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) uses Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs). PA is administered by CCOs.
Recent Changes (2025-2026)
- Step therapy reform implementation
Top Payers in Oregon
Regence BlueCross BlueShieldProvidence Health PlanModa HealthPacificSourceKaiser Permanente
State Regulatory Body: Oregon Division of Financial Regulation
File PA complaints or appeals through your state insurance department.
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