Healthcare Provider Tips

How to Secure Xifaxan Prior Authorization Without Hassle?

As healthcare providers, we’re all familiar with the maze of paperwork and persistence it takes to get prior authorization for certain medications. When a patient needs Xifaxan—a medication often prescribed for irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) or hepatic encephalopathy—the process can feel particularly challenging. Due to its high cost and specific FDA-approved uses, insurance companies often scrutinize requests for Xifaxan, requiring detailed documentation and evidence of medical necessity. I know how frustrating this can be. You’re here to help