Amerigroup. An Anthem Company.

Texas Providers

Precertification lookup tool


Please verify benefit coverage prior to rendering services. Inpatient services and nonparticipating providers always require prior authorization.

Please note:

  1. This tool is for outpatient services only.
  2. Inpatient services and nonparticipating providers always require prior authorization.
  3. This tool does not reflect benefits coverage* nor does it include an exhaustive listing of all noncovered services (for example, experimental procedures, cosmetic surgery, etc.) — refer to your Provider Manual for coverage/limitations.

* Services may be listed as requiring prior authorization that may not be covered benefits for a particular member. Please verify benefit coverage prior to rendering services.

To determine coverage of a particular service or procedure for a specific member:


  • Access eligibility and benefits information on the Availity Portal or
  • Use the Precertification tool within Availity or

Call Provider Services at:

Medicaid/CHIP:

1-800-454-3730

Medicare Advantage:

1-866-805-4589

Amerigroup STAR+PLUS MMP Medicare-Medicaid Plan:

1-855-878-1785

To request authorizations:

  • From the Availity home page, select Patient Registration from the top navigation.
  • Select Auth/Referral Inquiry or Authorizations & Referrals.

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