OptumRx and prior authorization fax numbers-updated 2019

As of 11/01/2019 OptumRx will be “retiring” the following fax numbers, for the plans that it manages the pharmacy benefits:

800-527-0531

855-806-3524

855-806-3525

855-806-3526

800-203-1664

800-382-8135

From 11/01/2019 on wards providers would need to visit an online website to complete the prior authorization:

https://professionals.optumrx.com and click on the Prior Authorization link.

Due to individual state guide lines, the providers in the following states are to still use the fax to request the Prior Authorization:

Massachusetts

Rhode Island

South Carolina

Texas

The new fax number,  for the providers located in the above states,  will be available via online starting in October of 2019