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Effective November 1, 2026: Pharmacy and Biopharmacy Policies
Ambetter·MS · Pharmacy·Pharmacy
Effective date
Nov 1, 2026
We identified it
Aug 26, 2026
Summary
Magnolia Health Plan has updated pharmacy and biopharmacy policies effective November 1, 2026, to ensure medical necessity review criteria align with current clinical standards. The specific policy changes are detailed in a criteria summary table (PDF) and full clinical policies available on their website. Billing teams must review the detailed policy documents to identify which pharmacy services, prior authorization requirements, or coverage criteria have changed.
Action Required
By October 25, 2026: Billing and clinical teams must download and review the HIM Criteria Summary Table (PDF) and all updated pharmacy and biopharmacy policies from Ambetter from Magnolia Health's Clinical and Payment Policies webpage. Identify all changes to prior authorization requirements, covered medications, medical necessity criteria, and billing processes. Update billing system rules, prior authorization workflows, and provider education materials accordingly. Contact Magnolia's Pharmacy Department at 1-866-912-6285, ext. 66409, with questions about specific policy changes. Failure to implement changes by the November 1 effective date may result in claim denials or processing delays for pharmacy claims.