Anthem BCBSMedium ImpactPrior Auth

[California] Expansion of Specialty Pharmacy Precertification List

Published May 3, 2026

AI Summary

Anthem California has expanded their specialty pharmacy precertification list, requiring additional prior authorizations for certain specialty medications. This affects billing for practices that prescribe or administer specialty pharmaceuticals, as more drugs now require approval before dispensing or administration.

Action Required

Immediately: Review the expanded specialty pharmacy precertification list at the provided URL to identify newly added medications. Update prior authorization workflows to include these additional specialty drugs. Inform providers about new precertification requirements to prevent prescription delays and potential claim denials.

Plan Types

Commercial

States

CA

Specialties

oncology, rheumatology, endocrinology, neurology, gastroenterology, dermatology, nephrology

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