Update to Preventive Services Drug Coverage | 11/6/23
Learn about age-specific ranges we’ll be applying to preventive prescription drugs
Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone Market Withdrawal | 5/4/23
The FDA announced the decision to withdraw the approval of Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone caproate injections on April 6, 2023
Kroger- Express Scripts Termination Reminder | 1/5/23
We encourage members to sign in to the LifeWise member portal to find other local, in-network pharmacy options
COVID-19 Booster Shots for Kids 5-11 Years of Age | 6/2/22
Codes and eligibility now available for COVID-19 booster shots for children ages 5-11
Clinical Pharmacist will Conduct Medical Benefit Drug Reviews | 12/2/21
Starting January 1, LifeWise clinical pharmacists will be reviewing medical necessity for drugs requested through the medical benefit
Changes to 2022 Essential Drug Exclusion List | 11/4/21
Find out about the changes to the Essential Drug Exclusion List.
Voluntary Recall for Glucagon ® Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar | 10/21/21
On September 26, Eli Lilly and Company voluntarily recalled Glucagon® Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar.
Pfizer Voluntary Recall of Chantix Lots | 8/16/21
Patients have been advised to consult with their doctor to confirm if they received an affected lot
Voluntarily Recall on NP Thyroid®, Thyroid Tablets, and USP | 5/14/21
NP Thyroid®, Thyroid Tablets, and USP lots recalled because testing found them to be sub-potent
New Pharmacy Prior Authorization Required on July 1, 2021 | 5/14/21
Soolantra will require prior authorization on July 1, 2021. Find out more
What’s the Difference Between Cologuard and FIT Kits? | 3/4/21
We encourage you to support colon cancer prevention and keep cost information in mind when recommending at-home colon cancer screening.
New Pharmacy Prior Authorizations Started in January | 1/21/21
Learn which drugs now require a new prior authorization.
Insulin Cost-Sharing Cap Mandate | 12/3/20
New requirements start on January 1, 2021.
New Pharmacy Prior Authorizations Required on January 1 | 11/19/20
Some drugs will require a new prior authorization on January 1, 2021. Get the details.
FDA Voluntary Recall on Nature-Throid and WP Thyroid Products | 10/14/20
What you need to know about the recall.
Recalls on DDAVP, Desmopressin, and Stimate Nasal Sprays | 9/17/20
Find out how the recall may affect your patients.
Fertility Drug Follistim Will Require Prior Authorization | 9/3/20
Learn more about this change starting in October 2020.
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. Recalls All Metformin Batches | 8/6/20
Learn more about the recall and how it may affect your patients
Voluntary Recall for Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets | 7/2/20
Find out about FDA recall by Apotex Corporation for metformin hydrochloride ER 500 mg tablets.
New Pharmacy Prior Authorizations and Edits on August 1, 2020 | 6/18/20
Learn which asthma and diabetes drugs will require prior authorization.
FDA Recall on Ranitidine Products | 5/7/20
What you need to know about patients taking prescription or over-the-counter ranitidine.
FDA Alert: EpiPen Auto-Injector Errors | 5/7/20
EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. auto-injectors may have a delayed injection or aren’t properly injecting.
Voluntary Recall on Ranitidine | 12/19/19
Another manufacturer has recalled Ranitidine Tablets and Ranitidine Syrup.
Voluntary Recall on Ranitidine Expanded | 11/21/19
The voluntary recall of Ranitidine has been expanded to include additional manufacturers.
Institute for Clinical and Economic Review: Our Pharmacy Watchdog | 1/16/20
How is Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER) is helping health plans make decisions?
National Shortage of IVIG and SCIG Drugs | 11/21/19
How we can work together to ensure customers get the drugs they need.
Voluntary Recall on Ranitidine Hydrochloride Capsules | 10/11/19
Sandoz Inc. issued a voluntary recall of Ranitidine Hydrochloride Capsules 150mg and 300mg.
Changes for Specialty Pharmacy Drug Refills | 10/17/19
Starting January 1, 2020, specialty drugs must be filled at a Specialty Pharmacy.
Mandatory Recall for NATPARA for Injection | 10/11/19
This recall is due to a potential issue related to rubber particulates originating from the NATPARA cartridge.
Can You Help Your Patients Save Money? | 10/11/19
Check out less expensive options for ephedrine medications.
Coverage Changes for Victoza | 9/5/19
What you need to know about upcoming edits for Victoza.
What Is the Pharmacy Pre-Approval Program? | 8/1/19
Learn about the pharmacy pre-approval program review process.
Coverage Changes for Lorzone and Generic Chlorzoxazone Tablets | 6/20/19
Pre-approvals needed starting July 1.
Pharmacy Prior Authorization Edit Program June 2019 | 6/6/19
Which new edits are included in the Pharmacy Prior Authorization Edit Program?