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Albuterol Inhalers – Temporary Removal of Prior Authorization Requirement Effective Immediately
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Pulmonology, Allergy & Immunology, Family Medicine +3 more·Provider Notice
Effective date
May 26, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois Medicaid has temporarily removed prior authorization requirements for generic albuterol sulfate inhalers effective immediately due to shortages of Proventil and ProAir inhalers. This applies to both Medicaid fee-for-service and managed care organizations.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must update system to remove prior authorization requirements for generic albuterol sulfate inhalers for Illinois Medicaid patients. Notify pharmacy and clinical staff that prior auth is no longer required for these medications. Contact Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services at 877-782-5565 for FFS claims questions or applicable MCO for managed care questions.