Payer PolicyActive
Repository corticotropin injection (Acthar)
EVICORE-MEDICAL_DRUG-3758ABF1
EviCore by Evernorth
Effective: March 1, 2023
Updated: January 13, 2026
created · Dec 4, 2025
Policy Summary
Acthar Gel is covered only for the FDA‑approved indication of infantile spasms (West syndrome) in infants/children under 2 years, while other indications are not automatically covered and require medical director review. Coverage requires the patient be <2 years with documented diagnosis and age, prescribed by a physician who has consulted with or specializes in neurology, is limited to one month of approval, and should follow the policy’s recommended dosing/tapering.
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Key requirements from the full policy
"Infantile spasms (West syndrome) in infants and children under 2 years of age (FDA‑approved indication)."
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