Tag: generic substitution

Prescriber Override: When Doctors Can Require Brand-Name Medications

Prescriber Override: When Doctors Can Require Brand-Name Medications

Maddie Shepherd Jan 4 10 Comments

Prescriber override lets doctors block generic substitutions when medically necessary. Learn how DAW-1 codes work, which drugs require brand-name drugs, and why inconsistent state rules put patients at risk.

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How to Handle Insurance Requirements for Generic Substitution

How to Handle Insurance Requirements for Generic Substitution

Maddie Shepherd Dec 4 13 Comments

Learn how to navigate insurance rules around generic drug substitution, when you can insist on brand-name meds, and what to do if a switch affects your health. Know your rights and protect your treatment.

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