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California

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How to Get Pomalyst (Pomalidomide) Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield in California: Complete Prior Authorization and Appeals Guide

Answer Box: Getting Pomalyst Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield in California Blue Cross Blue Shield California requires prior authorization for Pomalyst (pomalidomide). To get approved: (1) Ensure your oncologist documents progression after ≥2 prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor, (2) Complete REMS program enrollment for prescriber, patient,
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Blue Cross Blue Shield California Coverage for Acthar Gel: Medical Necessity Criteria, Prior Authorization, and Appeals Guide

Answer Box: Getting Acthar Gel Covered in California Blue Cross Blue Shield California requires prior authorization for Acthar Gel with documented failure of corticosteroids first. The fastest path: Have your doctor submit a PA request through the provider portal with complete clinical notes showing corticosteroid trial failure or contraindications. If
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How to Get Aldurazyme (laronidase) Covered by Aetna CVS Health in California: Complete Prior Authorization & Appeal Guide

Quick Answer: Getting Aldurazyme Covered by Aetna CVS Health in California Aldurazyme (laronidase) requires prior authorization from Aetna CVS Health for all plan types in California. Coverage is approved for confirmed MPS I (Hurler, Hurler-Scheie, or moderate-to-severe Scheie forms) with enzyme/genetic testing documentation. The medication is placed on specialty
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How to Get Kineret (anakinra) Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield in California: Complete Prior Authorization & Appeals Guide

Answer Box: Getting Kineret Covered in California Kineret (anakinra) requires prior authorization from Blue Cross Blue Shield California and is placed on the specialty tier. For rheumatoid arthritis, you must first try two preferred agents (like Humira or Enbrel) and methotrexate unless contraindicated. If denied, California offers a strong Independent
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How to Get Bylvay (odevixibat) Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield in California: Complete Guide to Prior Authorization and Appeals

Answer Box: Getting Bylvay Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield in California Yes, Blue Cross Blue Shield covers Bylvay (odevixibat) in California for FDA-approved uses—pruritus in PFIC and Alagille syndrome—but requires prior authorization with specialist documentation. The fastest path to approval: 1) Have a hepatologist or gastroenterologist submit
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