Authorizations for Targeted Meds and Step Therapy
Authorizations for Targeted Medications and Step Therapy must be requested from Express Scripts, Inc., (ESI), our pharmacy benefits manager. There are three ways to contact ESI for authorizations:
- Fax authorization requests to ESI at 1.877.837.5922
- Call ESI directly at 1.800.842.2015
- Call Blue Cross’ Provider Services at 1.800.922.8866 and select the ESI option to be transferred to ESI (choose option 2 for Authorizations, then option 2 for New Authorization, then option 3).
Physician Buy & Bill
Please have all codes for which you will be billing to Blue Cross ready when contacting ESI. It is imperative that these codes are captured by ESI to ensure appropriate reimbursement. The authorization process for non-targeted medications remains unchanged.
Request Authorizations
By Phone
View the list of medications that require authorizations then call as indicated below.
Other Drug Resources and Policies
We have implemented several pharmacy programs that may impact the drug type, fill amounts or pharmacies available to patients.
Generics Programs
Learn more about our generics programs.
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Note: On behalf of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, prior authorizations are administered by Express Scripts, Inc., an independent pharmacy benefit management company. Please note that the authorization is not a guarantee of payment. Payment is subject to the member’s eligibility, benefits, and pre-existing condition limitations at the time the services are provided. We recommend you contact BCBSLA at 1.800.922.8866 to verify benefits. The submitting provider certifies that the information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete and the requested services are medically necessary to the health of the patient.
