NYRx, the Medicaid Pharmacy Program

Anabolic Steroids

Electronic PA Requests

Electronic prior authorizations are now accepted by NYRx, the Medicaid Pharmacy Program via CoverMyMeds®. Consider this alternative option as an effective and efficient way to request a PA other than by phone or by fax. For more information, contact NYRx Education & Outreach at NYRxEO@primetherapeutics.com.

Anabolic Steroids

Prior Authorization Fax Line: 1-800-268-2990

Prior authorization of Anabolic Steroids has been implemented to reinforce appropriate use and to ensure utilization consistent with approved indications. Requests for prior authorization of Anabolic Steroids can be initiated by either prescribers or their authorized agents. An authorized agent is an employee of the prescribing practitioner and has access to the patient's medical records (i.e. nurse, medical assistant).

Prior authorization requirements:

Prescribers or authorized agents are required to respond to a series of questions that identify the prescriber, the patient and the reason for prescribing a drug in this class.
The Anabolic Steroids Prior Authorization Worksheet is required to complete the prior authorization process for Anabolic Steroids.