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Newsletter Vol. 32, No.27
New Jersey Medicaid·NJ · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OB-GYN +1 more·Medical Policy
Effective date
Jan 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
New Jersey Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare now covers up to a 12-month supply of FDA-approved contraceptive products when prescribed by a provider. Pharmacies can dispense extended supplies with proper prescription authorization starting January 1, 2023.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team. This policy change affects pharmacy dispensing quantities for contraceptives covered under NJ Medicaid/FamilyCare but does not impact physician billing codes or procedures. Providers should be aware they can now prescribe up to 12-month supplies when clinically appropriate.