MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
OCC 1 override for fee-for-service prescriptions ends September 2, 2019
Oregon Health Plan·OR·Provider
Effective date
Sep 2, 2019
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
The Oregon Health Plan is ending the OCC 1 override for fee-for-service prescriptions effective September 2, 2019. This means providers will no longer be able to use this override to bypass certain prescription restrictions or requirements.
Action Required
By September 2, 2019: Billing and pharmacy staff must stop using OCC 1 overrides for fee-for-service prescriptions. Update prescription processing workflows to ensure compliance with standard Oregon Health Plan prescription requirements. Review current prescriptions using this override and establish alternative authorization methods before the deadline.