Save time when submitting prior authorization requests for prescription drugs

For the fastest response to prior authorization requests for prescription drugs, use an electronic prior authorization, or ePA, tool such as CoverMyMeds^® or SureScripts^®.

Advantages of using an ePA tool include:

• Faster response times
• Approvals within minutes (although some requests require more time)
• Reduced administrative time
• Streamlined questions, asking only those needed for the authorization
• The ability to attach documentation if required
• Clinical criteria to guide you in submitting the proper information
• Secure and efficient prior authorization administration all in one place
• The capability of renewing existing authorizations up to 60 days before they expire

For information about submitting electronic prior authorization requests, see the following documents:

• For Blue Cross commercial and BCN commercial: Save time and submit your prior authorization requests electronically for pharmacy benefit drugs
• For Medicare Plus Blue℠ and BCN Advantage℠: Save time and submit your prior authorization requests electronically for pharmacy benefit drugs