Varies by plan
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield (affiliate) require prior authorization for Austedo?
Prior authorization for Austedo differs across Blue Cross Blue Shield (affiliate)'s Medicare Part D plans and product strengths — 4 of 11 Austedo products in the corpus appear on their formularies, and the requirement is not uniform. Check the member's specific plan.
Some plans require authorization and others do not. The member's specific plan decides.
- This drug does not appear on any of this payer's Medicare Part D formularies. That means it is NOT COVERED under those plans — which is a different and generally worse outcome than requiring prior authorization. An exception or formulary-exception request may still be possible.
By product strength
| RxNorm product | Plans covering | Require prior auth | Step therapy | Qty limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| deutetrabenazine 12 MG Oral Tablet [Austedo]1876916 | 224 / 269 | 224 | 0 | 224 | Prior authorization required |
| deutetrabenazine 6 MG Oral Tablet [Austedo]1876920 | 224 / 269 | 224 | 0 | 224 | Prior authorization required |
| deutetrabenazine 9 MG Oral Tablet [Austedo]1876924 | 224 / 269 | 224 | 0 | 224 | Prior authorization required |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 12 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2630147 | 163 / 269 | 163 | 0 | 163 | Prior authorization required |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 24 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2630153 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 6 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2630157 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 30 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2683285 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 36 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2683291 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 42 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2683297 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 48 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2683303 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
| 24 HR deutetrabenazine 18 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet [Austedo]2686156 | 0 / 269 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not on formulary |
Product names come from RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine).
Plan-by-plan detail — deutetrabenazine 12 MG Oral Tablet [Austedo]
Austedo has 11 products in the corpus; this table is for deutetrabenazine 12 MG Oral Tablet [Austedo], the one carried on the most plans. The product table above covers every strength.
| Plan | Contract | Tier | Prior auth | Step therapy | Qty limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | H5422-018 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Extra Help (HMO-POS) | H5422-013 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | H5422-019 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (HMO D-SNP) | H4471-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (HMO D-SNP) | H4471-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (HMO D-SNP) | H4471-011 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Chronic Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-004 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Chronic Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Chronic Care 2 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H4161-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Chronic Care 2 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H4161-015 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Home Care (HMO I-SNP) | H0544-005 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-015 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-020 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Lung Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Lung Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H0544-019 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Lung Care 2 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H4161-016 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Lung Care 2 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H4161-017 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H4161-011 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H4161-013 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Medicare Advantage 2 (HMO-POS) | H0544-002 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem I CareMore Premium Savings (HMO-POS) | H4161-012 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | H5422-015 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-056 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-061 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-062 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-063 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-064 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-065 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-095 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-096 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H0544-108 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | H5422-011 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-002 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-003 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-004 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-005 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-006 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-007 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-009 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) | H4161-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) | H0544-058 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) | H0544-066 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) | H0544-069 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) | H0544-091 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) | H0544-098 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Advantage Choice (PPO) | H0104-016 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Advantage Complete (PPO) | H0104-012 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Advantage Complete (PPO) | H0104-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Advantage Premier (PPO) | H0104-015 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) | H5959-009 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) | H5959-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) | H5959-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Comfort (PPO) | H5959-015 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Comfort (PPO) | H5959-016 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Complete (PPO) | H5959-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Complete (PPO) | H5959-010 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Complete (PPO) | H5959-011 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) | H5959-012 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) | H5959-013 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) | H5959-013 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Secure (HMO) | H8547-001 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Advantage Classic PPO (PPO) | H5900-008 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Advantage Enhanced PPO (PPO) | H5900-004 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) | H5900-001 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Choice (HMO) | H3449-026 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | H3449-024 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | H3449-024 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | H3449-024 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential (HMO) | H3449-027 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential (HMO) | H3449-027 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) | H3449-023 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) | H3449-023 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) | H3449-023 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) | H3449-023 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced (PPO) | H3404-003 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced (PPO) | H3404-003 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced (PDP) | S5540-004 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue MedicareRx Essentials (PDP) | S5726-020 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Blue MedicareRx Plus (PDP) | S5726-014 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Access (HMO-POS) | H4152-022 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | H4152-013 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Essential (HMO-POS) | H4152-023 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Extra (HMO-POS) | H4152-018 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueMedicare Complete Rx (PDP) | S5904-002 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueRI for Duals (HMO D-SNP) | H4152-021 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| BlueRx Enhanced Plus (PDP) | S1030-001 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Complete (PPO) | H7379-002 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage DualPrime (HMO D-SNP) | H8854-002 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Essential (PPO) | H7379-001 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3384-070 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3384-070 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3384-070 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Distinct (HMO) | H3957-049 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community Blue Medicare HMO Merit (HMO) | H3384-071 | 5 | Yes | No | Yes |
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Source
Monthly Prescription Drug Plan Formulary and Pharmacy Network Information — Basic Drugs Formulary File- Effective
- 2026-06-30
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- 2026-07-19
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Austedo at other payers
Administrative information only. Benefily reports what a payer has published in its own prior-authorization policy as of the effective date shown. It is not medical advice, not a coverage or payment guarantee, and not an authorization. Requirements vary by plan, place of service and member benefits — always verify with the payer before rendering service.