High Phosphate Levels in CKD

What’s the Process for Sevelamer Prior Authorization in CKD?

In healthcare, obtaining insurance prior authorization (PA) for essential medications can be a bit of a journey, especially when it comes to specialized treatments. This guide walks through a recent case of securing PA for Sevelamer Carbonate, a crucial medication for managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). Used to help reduce high phosphate levels in CKD patients, Sevelamer is an effective solution but often comes with the challenge of needing prior approval from insurance companies. Let’s look at how we navigated