National Imaging Associates ― Diagnostic Imaging Services
First Choice Next has entered into an agreement with National Imaging Associates, Inc. (NIA), a subsidiary of Magellan Health, to manage diagnostic imaging services such as MR/CT/PET.
The program will require prior authorization from NIA for a nonemergent outpatient:
- CT/CTA
- CCTA
- MRI/MRA
- PET scan
- Myocardial perfusion imaging
- MUGA scan
The physician ordering the procedures noted above is responsible for obtaining prior authorization. The rendering facility must ensure that prior authorization was obtained.
We recommend that you develop a process to ensure that the appropriate authorization number(s) has been obtained. Payment to the ordering physician and rendering facility will be denied for procedures performed without necessary authorization.
Providers can request prior authorization via the internet at www.RadMD.com or by calling NIA at 1-800-327-1209.
If you have questions about submitting a prior authorization, please call the number above or reference the following materials:
- Prior Authorization Checklist ― This document details the information you need to gather before asking for a prior authorization.
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- First Choice Next/NIA Billable CPT® Codes (PDF) ― Claim Resolution/Utilization Review Matrix for all of the CPT-4 codes that NIA authorizes on behalf of First Choice Next
- Quick Reference Guide (PDF) ― for ordering and rendering providers
- Provider Education Module (PDF) ― If you would like an NIA representative to provide NIA training to your staff, please call NIA Provider Relations Manager Charmaine Everett at 1-800-450-7281 ext. 32615 or email cseverett@magellanhealth.com.