Anthem BCBSMedium ImpactPrior Auth

[New York] Anthem expands specialty pharmacy precertification list

Published May 3, 2026

AI Summary

Anthem has expanded their specialty pharmacy precertification list, requiring prior authorization for additional specialty medications. This affects billing for specialty drugs that previously did not require precertification.

Action Required

Immediately: Review the expanded precertification list on Anthem's provider portal. Update billing workflows to verify prior authorization status for all specialty pharmacy medications before dispensing or billing. Train staff to check precertification requirements for specialty drugs that may have been added to the list.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

NY

Specialties

all-specialties