The goal of the Medical Care Unit is to ensure that appropriate medical services are provided in accordance with state and federal regulation, statutes, and policies. 

The Medical Care Unit is responsible for the service areas listed below.  Click on the links to learn more about prior authorization or activities for these areas, or call the contact listed below if you need to speak with someone about a specific issue.        

Disease Management	(208) 364-1989
Durable Medical Equipment	(208) 364-1830 or (866) 205-7403
Therapy Services	(208) 364-1904
Ambulance Authorizations	(208) 287-1157 or (800) 362-7648
Hospice	(208) 364-1818
Surgery	(208) 364-1954
Breast and Cervical Cancer	(208) 332-7955
Vision	(208) 364-1839
Dental	(208) 364-1839
Lead Screening Program	(208) 364-1835
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation	(208) 287-1173 or (800) 296-0509 #1173

The Medical Care Unit also handles:

• Chronic disease management – For more information contact  (208) 364-1989
• Complex case coordination, focused case reviews, administrative necessary days, and emergency Medicaid reviews – For more information contact
  (208) 364-1830
• Contracted inpatient case management through Qualis Health – For more information contact (208) 287-1177

For other questions or general information about the Medical Care Unit, contact (208) 364-1989.