Insurance

Medical Pre-Authorization Liability Accrual

Accruing a liability for approved hospital admissions not yet invoiced.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Claims Expense — Medical (Pre-Auth Accrual)Expense (+)8,000.00-
Accrued Medical Claims (Pre-Authorization)Liability (+)-8,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

When a hospital admission is pre-authorized, the insurer has a present obligation even before the invoice arrives. Accruing approved but unbilled claims improves IBNR accuracy and ensures liabilities are not understated.

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