Formoterol Authorization

What’s the Process for Getting Insurance Approval for Formoterol?

When you’re working with a patient who has COPD, finding the right treatment is essential. Formoterol, a long-acting bronchodilator, is often prescribed to improve breathing and manage the symptoms of COPD. However, like many specialized medications, it frequently requires prior authorization (PA) to ensure insurance coverage. Today, let’s walk through the key steps and insights from a case where we successfully navigated a prior authorization request for Formoterol with UPMC Medicaid. This case will help you understand the essentials of