Attention Anthem Customers: Lipitor will no Longer be Covered

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield recently announced that atorvastatin, a new generic for the brand name Lipitor, had been added to our covered drug list. Since the generic is less expensive and just as safe and effective as Lipitor, beginning April 1, 2012, Lipitor will no longer be covered. Atorvastatin will continue to be covered.

This change impacts all commercial and individual business in all states covered under Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans. ASO groups that have chosen to participate in the "clinically equivalent" coverage strategy are also included.

The coverage change does not apply to local groups that do not have the "clinically equivalent" benefit exclusion in place, but prior authorization will be needed. Medicare Part D and state-sponsored business are not impacted.  

Prior to April 1, this letter will be distributed to affected members. For additional details,  contact your sales representative.

This article applies to:

·         Wisconsin, Ohio, Nevada, New Hampshire, Missouri, Maine, Kentucky, Indiana, Connecticut, and Colorado

·         Small group (2-50 employees), Large group (50-1000 employees), and Individual (under 65)