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  Prior authorization has long been a critical yet challenging aspect of healthcare, often leading to administrative burdens, delayed patient care, and inefficiencies in the approval process. However, 2025 marks a transformative year for prior authorization policies, largely driven by the CMS Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule (CMS-0057-F). This rule aims to streamline the prior authorization process, enhance data sharing, and ultimately improve patient access to care. With the help of automation and interoperability, these policy changes are expected to bring significant improvements while presenting some challenges during implementation. Key Policy Changes and Their Impact on Prior Authorization 1. Increased Automation in Prior Authorization One of the most significant impacts of policy changes in 2025 is the push for automated prior authorization systems. The adoption of  electronic prior authorization (ePA) solutions  will enable faste...