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Biosimilars: Infliximab Update

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas·KS · Rheumatology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology·Provider News
Effective date
Apr 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

BCBSKS is changing their preferred infliximab biosimilars to Avsola and Inflectra effective April 1, 2023. Providers using preferred products (Avsola, Inflectra) will not need prior authorization, while non-preferred products (Remicade, Renflexis) will require prior authorization.

Action Required

Action needed
By April 1, 2023: Billing team must update prior authorization workflows to require PA for Remicade and Renflexis infliximab products while removing PA requirements for Avsola and Inflectra. Update encounter forms and provider alerts to indicate preferred products. Providers should be notified to switch patients to preferred biosimilars when clinically appropriate to avoid PA delays.