Products & Programs PharmacyMedicaid Managed CareApril 15, 2025

Prior authorization updates for medications billed under the medical benefit

Effective for dates of service on or after June 1, 2025, the following medication codes will require prior authorization.

Please note, inclusion of a National Drug Code (NDC) on the 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-0264

C9399, J9999

Anktiva (nogapendekin alfa inbekicept‑pmln)

CC-0166

J3590

Hercessi (trastuzumab‑strf)

CC-0263

C9399, J9999

Imdelltra (tarlatamab‑dlle)

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

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PUBLICATIONS: May 2025 Provider Newsletter