Policy Updates Prior AuthorizationMedicaidOctober 31, 2023

Prior authorization update - Idacio

Prior authorization updates for medications billed under the medical benefit

Beginning January 1, 2024, Empire became Anthem. This article, published under the former brand, now applies to Anthem.

Effective on December 1, 2023, the following medication codes billed on medical claims from current or new Clinical Criteria documents will require prior authorization.

Inclusion of a national drug code on your medical claim is necessary for claims processing.

Visit the Clinical Criteria website to search for the specific Clinical Criteria listed below.

Clinical Criteria

HCPCS or CPT® code(s)

Drug name

CC-0062

J3490, Q5131

Idacio (adalimumab-aacf)

What if I need assistance?

If you have questions about this communication or need assistance with any other item, contact your local provider relationship management representative or call Provider Services at 800-450-8753.

Note: Prior authorization requests for certain medications may require additional documentation to determine medical necessity.

Empire BlueCross BlueShield HealthPlus is the trade name of HealthPlus HP, LLC, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.

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PUBLICATIONS: December 2023 Provider Newsletter