Anthem Blue Cross (HMO, PPO, EPO)
Retisert (fluocinolone)
Drugs for the Eye : Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatories
  • PA Applies
  • Available only through Specialty Pharmacy;
    For FAX form click HERE
    Our electronic prior authorization (ePA) process is the preferred method for submitting pharmacy prior authorization requests. Creating an account is free, easy and helps patients get their medications sooner. You can complete the process through your current electronic health record/electronic medical record (EHR/EMR) system or by using one of these ePA sites:
     Log in to Surescripts
     Log in to CoverMyMeds; For details on drug coverage click  HERE; Dosing Limit: One intravitreal implant (0.59 mg) per eye; each implant may be replaced following depletion of fluocinolone acetonide as evidenced by recurrence of uveitis;
  • Uveitis:
    Documented Diagnosis: Yes
    Medical Test Required: No
    Specialty Pharmacy Provider(s): Accredo Health Group, Inc.
    Reauthorization Required: No
    Duration of Reauthorization: N/A

  • Prior Authorization: Uveitis:
    Documented Diagnosis: Yes