Services

Prior Authorization Help 

When your doctor prescribes a new medication, the last thing you want is a delay from your insurance company. A prior authorization request can be confusing and time consuming. At Achorn Pharmacy & Fine Cosmetics, our experienced team takes that burden off your shoulders, providing personalized support to get your prescriptions approved without the hassle.

How We Make Prior Authorizations Easier

  • Doctor Coordination: We communicate directly with your physician’s office to gather the necessary clinical information for the submission.
  • Insurance Liaison: Our staff speaks the language of insurance providers and will manage the entire communication process on your behalf.
  • Paperwork Management: We handle the complex forms and electronic submissions required to get your medication approved by your health plan.
  • Timely Follow Up: We proactively track the status of the authorization request to ensure it is resolved as quickly as possible so you can begin your treatment.

Your Local Partner in Healthcare

As your community pharmacy since 1927, we believe in providing care that goes beyond just filling prescriptions. We help navigate the complexities of your benefits, working to get approvals for everything from migraine treatments to behavioral health medications. We are proud to work with nearly all insurance plans to streamline this process for you.

Let Us Handle the Hassle

If your prescription requires a prior authorization, don't try to navigate it alone. Let our team help. Call us at (203) 226-0741 or stop by our pharmacy in the Playhouse Square Shopping Center to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered

We’ve gathered answers to the most common questions to help you understand our services and make the most of your experience with us.

A prior authorization, or PA, is a requirement from your health insurance plan to obtain approval before they will agree to cover the cost of a specific medication.

Insurance companies often use prior authorizations for more expensive, specialized, or newly released medications to ensure they are being prescribed for the correct medical reasons and to manage costs.

Our team works as a liaison between your doctor's office and your insurance provider. We manage the necessary paperwork and communication required to get your medication approved, saving you time and stress.

The timeline can vary widely depending on your insurance company and the specific medication. Our team works diligently to expedite the process and will keep you updated on the status of your request.

We are equipped to handle prior authorizations for all major insurance plans. Please be aware that we do not accept Tricare.
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