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June/July 2011

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Relief for rheumatoid arthritis patients

We’re reaching out to members with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) to let them know that a diseasemodifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) may help relieve their symptoms. DMARDs have improved the symptoms, function and quality of life for most RA patients who’ve tried them, according to the American College of Rheumatology. If a member with RA is not already taking a DMARD, we want them to ask their provider if a prescription is right for them. As a result, you may notice an increase in patients calling for a DMARD prescription. Here is a list of DMARDs for quick reference.

Description Prescription JCodes
5-Aminosalicylates sulfasalazine
Alkylating agents cycclophosphamide
Aminoquinolines hydroxychloroquine
Anti-rheumatics
  • auranofin
  • gold sodium thiomalate
  • leflunomide
  • methotrexate
  • penicillamine
J1600, J9250, J9260
Immunomodulators
  • abatacept
  • adalimumab
  • anakinra
  • etanercept
  • golimumab
  • infliximab
  • rituximab
J0129, J0135, J1438, J1745, J9310
Immunosuppressive agents
  • azathioprine
  • cyclosporine
J7502, J7515, J7516
Tetracyclines
  • minocycline

Topics: Condition management, Priority Health updates

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