Prior authorization for prescription drugs
Prior authorization is a process to ensure appropriate prescribing and use of a drug before it will be covered. Coverage may be approved after certain criteria are met.
Prior authorization is a process to ensure appropriate prescribing and use of a drug before it will be covered. Coverage may be approved after certain criteria are met.
Many of our covered drug lists work with prior authorization, including all GenRx and KeyRX drug lists. If you have the FlexRx drug list, prior authorization programs vary depending on your health plan.
Medication decisions are between you and your doctor. Only you and your doctor can determine which medication is right for you. Discuss any questions or concerns you have about medications you are taking or are prescribed with your doctor.
Not all drugs on the list may be covered by your plan. Log in to your account for the most up-to-date information for your plan and direct access to your covered drug list.
You'll need to know the name of your drug list. Refer to your health plan materials or call the number on your member ID card for help.
You'll need to know the name of your Medicare plan.
You or your doctor may complete this online exception form to request coverage for your originally prescribed drug.
Your doctor can complete this form and fax or mail it to the contact information on the form.
Speak with a Blue Cross representative
Call 1-800-262-0823, TTY 711
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