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What does the acronym ADHD stand for?
Attention-deficit Hyperactivity disorder
Who do we submit prior authorizations to?
Insurance company/pharmacy benefits
Which department is Neurabilities completes prior authorizations for medications?
Medical Assistants
What is the accommodation plan following an ADHD diagnosis?
504 plan
What is the name of the ADHD questionnaire given to parents and teachers that we use most often?
Vanderbilt scales
What does covermymeds provide for us to start an authorization? Usually through fax)
Key
What is the first thing we do after receiving a denial letter?
Notify the provider of the denial reason or appeal with additional information.
What are the 2 types of ADHD medications?
Stimulant and non-stimulant
In pediatric patients, what type of ADHD medication is usually first presented.
Non-stimulant
What are the 4 codes we can use to generate a prior authorization in Covermymeds?
BIN, PCN, Group, ID number
When we receive a medication denial letter, what is the first thing we should check?
Denial reason
True or false- non-stimulants medications effect the CNS?
False
True or false- Strattera is a non-stimulant medication?
True
John presented with failed trials of Concerta, Vyvanse, Ritalin, Adderall. Name 1 medication you would expect for a provider to prescribe.
Jornay, Astaryz, Dyanavel
What is the only liquid non-stimulant medication?
Onyda
What are the 2 main side effects for ADHD medications?
Appetite suppression and sleep disturbances
What is the only stimulant medication given at night?
Jornay PM
What is the only non-stimulant that can be opened and sprinkled?
Qelbree
True of False- Is Concerta a methylphenidate-based stimulant?
False
What is the Gold Standard testing for ADHD?
EF Coaching
What is the Black Box warning on all stimulant medication?
Risk of dependency
What test must be completed if a client has a history of sudden cardiac death in the family under 30 years old?
EKG
What are the 2 heart medications that are also prescribed as a non-stimulant?
True or False- Is Vyvanse an amphetamine?
True