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North Carolina

A collection of 430 issues

Myths vs. Facts: Getting Aldurazyme (laronidase) Covered by UnitedHealthcare in North Carolina

Answer Box: Getting Aldurazyme Covered by UnitedHealthcare in North Carolina Eligibility: UnitedHealthcare requires prior authorization for Aldurazyme (laronidase) with confirmed MPS I diagnosis through enzymatic testing and genetic confirmation. Fastest path: Have your MPS specialist submit complete PA documentation including IDUA enzyme deficiency results, genetic testing, and baseline clinical assessments.
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Coding That Helps Get Rebif (Interferon Beta-1a) Approved by Aetna CVS Health in North Carolina: ICD-10, HCPCS, and NDC Guide

Answer Box: Getting Rebif Approved in North Carolina Rebif (interferon beta-1a) requires prior authorization from Aetna CVS Health in North Carolina. The fastest approval path: (1) Use correct ICD-10 code G35.A for relapsing-remitting MS with documented disease activity, (2) Submit complete prior authorization through CVS Specialty with step therapy
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Renewing Soliris (Eculizumab) Coverage with Blue Cross Blue Shield in North Carolina: Complete Timeline and Documentation Guide

Answer Box: Soliris (eculizumab) requires annual reauthorization with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. Start renewal 30-60 days before expiration by gathering updated labs (LDH, hemoglobin, platelets), clinical response documentation, and current vaccination records. Submit through Blue e or your specialty pharmacy. If denied, use Smart NC external review—
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Get Brineura (Cerliponase Alfa) Covered by Aetna (CVS Health) in North Carolina: Complete Prior Authorization and Appeals Guide

Answer Box: Getting Brineura Covered by Aetna in North Carolina Fastest path to approval: Have a CLN2-specialized neurologist submit prior authorization through Aetna's provider portal with documented motor function scores ≥1 on the CLN2 Clinical Rating Scale, confirmed TPP1 deficiency, and an approved intraventricular administration site. Authorization typically
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How to Get Ferriprox (deferiprone) Covered by Humana in North Carolina: Appeals Guide with Forms and Timelines

Answer Box: Getting Ferriprox (deferiprone) Covered by Humana in North Carolina Ferriprox (deferiprone) is typically covered by Humana Medicare Advantage plans in North Carolina with prior authorization and Tier 5 specialty cost-sharing. Most denials stem from missing step therapy documentation or inadequate medical necessity evidence. Fastest path to approval: 1)
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