Common use of Expedited Service Authorizations Clause in Contracts

Expedited Service Authorizations. a. If a request to authorize the services specified in the ISP includes a certification from any member of the Team that the Participant's life, health, or ability to attain, maintain, or regain maximum function would be placed in jeopardy by following the regular authorization process, the Contractor must notify the Participant or the Participant's representative, as appropriate, of the decision to approve or deny a request for services or to authorize a service in an amount, duration, or scope less than requested as expeditiously as the Participant's condition requires, at least orally, no later than seventy- two (72) hours after receiving the request for services unless additional information is needed.