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Virginia

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How to Get Jakafi (Ruxolitinib) Covered by Humana in Virginia: Prior Authorization, Appeals, and ICD-10 Documentation Guide

Answer Box: Quick Path to Jakafi Coverage Humana covers Jakafi (ruxolitinib) on Tier 5 specialty for FDA-approved indications but requires prior authorization. Your hematologist/oncologist must submit documentation including confirmed diagnosis (ICD-10: D45 for polycythemia vera, D75.81 for myelofibrosis), failed prior therapies (especially hydroxyurea for PV), and recent labs.
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Coding That Helps Get Poteligeo (mogamulizumab-kpkc) Approved by Aetna (CVS Health) in Virginia: ICD-10, HCPCS J-Code, and Prior Authorization Guide

Quick Answer: Getting Poteligeo (mogamulizumab-kpkc) Covered Poteligeo requires prior authorization from Aetna (CVS Health) for relapsed/refractory mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome. Use ICD-10 codes C84.0x (mycosis fungoides) or C84.1x (Sézary syndrome), HCPCS code J9204 (1 mg units), and document ≥1 prior systemic therapy failure. Submit via Aetna
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How to Get Daybue (trofinetide) Covered by UnitedHealthcare in Virginia: Complete Prior Authorization and Appeals Guide

Answer Box: Getting Daybue (trofinetide) Covered by UnitedHealthcare in Virginia UnitedHealthcare requires prior authorization for Daybue (trofinetide) with confirmed Rett syndrome diagnosis and patient age ≥2 years. Submit via the UHC provider portal with MECP2 genetic testing, specialist evaluation, and weight-based dosing calculation. If denied, file internal appeals within 180
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How to Get Natpara (Parathyroid Hormone) Covered by UnitedHealthcare in Virginia: 2025 Discontinuation Guide and Appeals Process

Answer Box: Quick Path to Coverage Natpara (parathyroid hormone) is no longer commercially available after Takeda's December 2024 discontinuation. UnitedHealthcare now denies new prescription requests, but existing patients in the Special Use Program may qualify for coverage through December 2025 with proper prior authorization. First step: Contact your
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