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Newsletter Vol. 5, No. 44
New Jersey Medicaid·GA·Medical Policy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
A new Pilot Lock-In Program is being implemented for beneficiaries eligible for pharmacy coverage under the Newark GA Program. This appears to restrict where certain beneficiaries can fill their prescriptions, which may impact billing and coordination of care for affected patients.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the full policy document at the provided URL to understand which beneficiaries are affected by the Lock-In Program. Front desk staff should verify patient pharmacy restrictions during scheduling. Billing team should confirm pharmacy coverage status before processing pharmacy-related claims to avoid denials.