Pharmacy - Provider News

Update to Preventive Services Drug Coverage | 11/6/2023

Learn about age-specific ranges we’ll be applying to preventive prescription drugs

Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone Market Withdrawal | 5/4/2023

The FDA announced the decision to withdraw the approval of Makena and Hydroxyprogesterone caproate injections on April 6, 2023

Kroger- Express Scripts Termination Reminder | 1/5/2023

We encourage members to sign in to the Premera member portal to find other local, in-network pharmacy options

Kroger Removal from Express Scripts Standard Networks | 11/3/2022

Learn about impacted pharmacies and how it may affect your patients

2023 Essential Drug Exclusion List | 11/3/2022

Starting January 1, 2023, some drugs will change to preferred status, and some have been added to the Essential Drug Exclusion List

COVID-19 Booster Shots for Kids 5-11 Years of Age | 6/2/2022

Codes and eligibility now available for COVID-19 booster shots for children ages 5-11

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy Name Change | 5/5/2022

New name, same patient-first service

Clinical Pharmacist will Conduct Medical Benefit Drug Reviews | 12/2/2021

Starting January 1, Premera clinical pharmacists will be reviewing medical necessity for drugs requested through the medical benefit

Changes to 2022 Essential Drug Exclusion List | 11/4/2021

Find out about the changes to the Essential Drug Exclusion List

Voluntary Recall for Glucagon ® Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar | 10/21/2021

On September 26, Eli Lilly and Company voluntarily recalled Glucagon® Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar.

Pfizer Voluntary Recall of Chantix Lots | 8/19/2021

Patients have been advised to consult with their doctor to confirm if they received an affected lot

New Pharmacy Prior Authorization Required on July 1, 2021 | 5/14/2021

Soolantra will require prior authorization on July 1, 2021. Find out more.

Voluntarily Recall on NP Thyroid®, Thyroid Tablets, and USP Lots | 5/14/2021

NP Thyroid®, Thyroid Tablets, and USP lots recalled because testing found them to be sub-potent

What’s the Difference Between Cologuard and FIT Kits? | 3/4/2021

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 | 1/21/2021

Learn which drugs now require a new prior authorization.

Insulin Cost-Sharing Cap Mandate | 12/3/2020

New requirements start on January 1, 2021.

New Pharmacy Prior Authorizations Required on January 1 | 11/19/2020

Some drugs will require a new prior authorization on January 1, 2021. Get the details.

2021 Essentials Drug Exclusion List | 11/5/2020

Premera’s Essential Drugs List was reviewed to determine effectiveness, safety, and affordability.

New Preventive Drug Lists for Premera Members | 11/5/2020

Preventive medications are now easier get for Premera members with chronic conditions.

FDA Voluntary Recall on Nature-Throid and WP Thyroid Products | 10/15/2020

What you need to know about the recall.

Recalls on DDAVP, Desmopressin, and Stimate Nasal Sprays | 9/17/2020

Find out how the recall may affect your patients.

Fertility Drug Follistim Will Require Prior Authorization | 9/3/2020

Learn more about this change starting in October 2020.

Recalls on all Metformin batches from Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. and AvKARE | 8/6/2020

Learn more about the recall and how it may affect your patients.

Voluntary Recall for Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets | 7/2/2020

Find out about FDA recall by Apotex Corporation for metformin hydrochloride ER 500 mg tablets