Faster authorization approvals
Days to hours with automated submission to any payer portal, including Dignity Health, LA Care, and IPA plans.
Prior Authorization
Escape portal hell. Automate prior authorization.
Submit prior auths 10x faster, achieve 98% first-pass approval, and reduce delays from 7 days to 2 days, eliminating coordinator overwhelm while closing referrals 40% faster.
98% first-pass approval7 days 2 days15h saved weekly
Submits directly to the payers and portals your team already works in
Linear normalizes every payer's portals, rules, and forms into one verified operating layer.
- Wasted hours daily
Portal hell
30+ minutes per PA submission across fragmented payer portals, each with its own login and rules.
- Rework and delays
Shifting requirements
Payer-specific requirements change constantly, so submissions get denied for missing information.
- Missed approvals
Blind status tracking
Tracking approval status requires logging back in for daily manual checks across every plan.
- Lost referrals
Care delays
Patients wait 7-10 days for PA approval, so referrals sit incomplete and people give up.
The proof
What happens when AI handles your PAs
These are real numbers from practices that stopped doing prior auth manually. Every result is tied to the mechanism that produces it.
10xFaster approvals
Autonomous submission to any payer portal, day or night.
98%First-pass rate
Payer-specific rules validated before every submission.
50%Fewer denials
Missing documents and bad codes caught pre-submit.
15hSaved weekly
Coordinators stop re-keying data across portals.
Key Benefits
Eliminate prior auth as a barrier to patient care
First-pass approval rate
Submissions follow each payer's specific requirements automatically, so nothing bounces back for missing info.
Fewer denials
Intelligent validation catches errors before submission, and the AI learns payer patterns continuously.
Saved per week
Coordinators focus on complex cases instead of repetitive data entry and portal navigation.
More referrals completed
Faster approval means patients actually schedule before they give up on care.
The difference
Before vs. after Linear Health
Time per submission30+ minutesUnder 5 minutes
Average turnaround7 days2 days
First-pass approval70%98%
Status trackingDaily manual checksAutomated, real-time
Coordinator focusTrapped in portal hellFocused on patients
15+ hrs
Saved per coordinator, every week40%
More referrals completed“Linear Health runs our entire referral workflow. It reads faxes, extracts data, creates charts, verifies insurance, schedules patients, and closes referrals automatically. Only the complex cases reach our staff. Everything else just works.”
Anuradha JairamDirector of Operations, Vancouver Sleep Center
Why Linear Health for Prior Authorization
Prior authorization is the single biggest bottleneck in referral coordination. Your coordinators spend 30+ minutes per submission, navigating fragmented payer portals that each have different requirements. Linear Health eliminates that bottleneck entirely.
Our AI learns each payer's specific requirements and validates submissions before sending. That's why our customers see 98% first-pass approval rates, compared to the industry average of 70%. Faster approvals mean patients actually complete their referrals instead of giving up.
Linear Health works alongside your existing EHR and connects directly to payer portals. There's no new software to learn and no workflow disruption. Most practices go live in 4 weeks.
Blog guides
Prior authorization articles
Orthopedic referral and prior authorization automation: imaging, surgery, and therapy workflowsCMS-0057-F provider operations checklist for prior authorization teamsPrior authorization cycle time benchmarks: what provider teams should trackCigna prior authorization automation: ePA workflow guide for providersPrior authorization automation: how to get budget approved by your CFOMedicare Advantage overturned 95% of appealed prior auth denials: what the 2026 OIG reports mean for your practicePrior authorization denial management: how to appeal faster and win more in 2026Behavioral health prior authorization in 2026: what changed, what did not, and how to cut the burdenRevenue cycle management vs patient access: which problem are you solving?Peer-to-peer review: how to turn a prior authorization denial aroundHow to write a medical necessity letter that gets approvedWhat is a FHIR prior authorization API, and what do providers need to do before January 2027?Which procedures no longer require prior authorization in 2026, and how do you stay current?How Long Does Prior Authorization Take? Timelines by Payer, Procedure, and State in 2026Prior Authorization Process Flow Chart: A Visual Reference for Healthcare StaffWhat Is Authorization in Medical Billing? A Clear Guide for Practice StaffCMS Prior Authorization Rule 2026: What Providers Must Do Before the Compliance DeadlinesGold Carding for Prior Authorization: How It Works, Which States Have It, and What It Means for Your PracticePrior Authorization Automation for FQHCs: A Practical Guide for Medicaid-Heavy PracticesPayers Now Operate at Machine Speed. Your Prior Auth Process Doesn't.Outsource Prior Authorization vs. Automate: Which Saves More Time and Money?Prior Authorization Appeal Letter Templates: Free Downloads for Clinics and CoordinatorsThe Cost of Manual Prior Authorization: How Much Are You Really Spending Per Request?Prior Authorization Denied: The 10 Most Common Reasons and How to Prevent Each OneHow to Reduce Claim Denials: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Operations TeamsPrior Authorization for MRI and Imaging: A Practical Guide for Specialty Practices
Frequently Asked Questions
Which payer portals does Linear Health support?
We support all major payer portals including Dignity Health, LA Care, Blue Shield, Aetna, United, and most IPA plans. Our system adapts to each payer's specific requirements automatically.
How does AI improve first-pass approval rates?
AI validates submissions against each payer's specific requirements before sending. It catches missing clinical documentation, incorrect codes, and formatting issues that cause denials.
What happens when a PA is denied?
The system automatically analyzes the denial reason, prepares the appeal with required additional documentation, and resubmits. Your team is notified only for complex appeals requiring manual review.
How do you handle urgent or expedited PA requests?
Urgent requests are flagged and prioritized automatically. The system uses expedited submission channels when available and escalates to your team if manual intervention is needed.
How long does implementation take?
4 weeks from contract signature to live, including payer portal integrations, workflow setup, and staff training.
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How many hours does your team spend in payer portals this week?
Most coordinators spend 15+ hours. See how AI submits, tracks, and resolves PAs without touching a portal.
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