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precertification

Pronunciation: [priːˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]

Word

Learn how to use precertification in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “healthcare”

(noun) a process where a healthcare provider checks if a patient qualifies for a service or treatment before it happens. It's like asking permission first to make sure everything is okay.

Example

The hospital received precertification for the new treatment, so they could start the patient's care immediately.

Example

Without precertification, the doctor couldn't approve the procedure and needed to wait for the insurance company.

Example

Did you get the precertification before scheduling the surgery?

Context: “insurance”

(noun) an approval from an insurance company that confirms a patient can receive a specific medical service or procedure. It helps to avoid surprises with medical bills later.

Example

The patient was relieved to have precertification from her insurance for the MRI scan.

Example

The insurance company denied the precertification, so the patient had to look for alternative options.

Example

What process do we need to follow to get the precertification from the insurance?

How to pronounce precertification

Pronunciation: [priːˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]

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