Definitions
Formulary
Banjo
Overrides & Edits
Denials
100

This is an override that is performed when a person is travelling and will run out of medication due to refill too soon.

Vacation Override

100

What is the QL for Topiramate ER cap 150mg?

QL = 2 caps/day

100

PA 0000202198 

What is the date span of the approval for this request?

06/13/2025 - 06/13/2026

100

Which three section need to be completed to run a test claim?

Pharmacy

Drug (Including Quantity & Day Supply)

Prescriber

100

What is denial code 75?

Prior Authorization Required

200

This indicates the maximum amount of medication allowed without a prior authorization.

Quantity Limit

200

What category does Entresto fall under?

Cardiovascular Agents 

200

PA 0000208392 

What is the external ID for this request?

BJBBNCRF

200

How far in advance can a Vacation Override be requested?

2 Weeks

200

What is denial code 70?

Product/Service Not Covered Plan/Benefit Exclusion

300

This is a drug sold under a trademark and is a protected name.  These products are considered exclusive and can only be produced and sold by the manufacturer.

Brand Name Drug

300

What is the generic equivalent for Avapro & is it covered on this plan?

Irbesartan tab - Yes, it is covered.

300

PA 0000107818

How was this authorization initiated?

The prescribing provider called in and initiated it with one of our CSRs.

300

After placing and override - what should you do?

Run a new Test Claim to verify the claim will pay.

300

What is denial code 608?

608 – Step Therapy, Alternate Drug Therapy Required Prior To Use Of Submitted Product Service ID

400

This is an exclusive listing of all medications covered on the plan.

Formulary or Preferred Drug List

400

Which medication needs to be trialed before the plan will cover Brinzolamide Ophthalmic Suspension.?

Step Therapy requires trial of Dorzolamide 2% Ophthalmic Suspension.

400

PA 0000201846 

Why was this PA cancelled?

A prior authorization is not required.

400

What is the difference between a hard reject and a soft reject?

Hard reject: Pharmacy must call to get a claim overridden in order to pay.

Soft reject: Claim can be overridden by pharmacy entering acceptable codes. 

400

What is denial code 79

Fill Too Soon

500

This identifies brand and generic drugs with the greatest specificity.  It is an 11-digit number, with the first five digits identifying the manufacturer, the next four identifying the drug and the last two identifying the package size.

NDC (National Drug Code)

500

Which pharmacy needs to be used to fill Bosulif?

Only available through Walgreens

500

PA 0000135534 

Why was this request denied?

Mental health medications are not covered under pharmacy benefits through EOCCO. This drug is covered directly by OHP open card.

500

What is DUR Reject code DD?

Drug-Drug Interaction: 2 or more drugs that the member is prescribed can cause unpredictable or undesirable effects. 

500

What is denial code 889?

Prescriber Not Enrolled in State Medicaid Program

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