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pa_status

Check the current status, dates, and expiration information for prior authorization requests in healthcare billing workflows.

Instructions

Check the status of a prior authorization request. Returns current status, dates, and expiration info.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
authorizationIdNoPrior authorization ID
trackingNumberNoTracking number (alternative to authorizationId)
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It mentions the tool returns 'current status, dates, and expiration info' which gives some behavioral context, but lacks details on permissions needed, error conditions, rate limits, or whether it's a read-only operation. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this is insufficient.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that front-loads the core purpose and includes key return information. Every word earns its place with no wasted text or redundancy.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's moderate complexity (2 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is minimally adequate. It states the purpose and return data, but lacks context on usage, behavioral traits, or how it fits with sibling tools. Without annotations or output schema, more completeness would be beneficial.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters (authorizationId and trackingNumber). The description doesn't add any parameter-specific details beyond what's in the schema, such as format examples or usage trade-offs between the two parameters. Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does the heavy lifting.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Check the status of a prior authorization request' (specific verb+resource). It distinguishes itself from most sibling tools by focusing on authorization status, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'pa_predict' which might be related.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. While the description implies it's for checking existing authorization status, it doesn't mention prerequisites, when not to use it, or how it differs from 'pa_predict' or other sibling tools that might handle authorizations.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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