CIGNA Medicare Rx (PDP) Drug List/Formulary

Our formulary is a list of covered drugs selected by CIGNA Medicare Rx^® (PDP) in consultation with a team of health care professionals. If your drug appears on our drug list, then it is a covered drug under our plan. However, there may be certain requirements, such as prior authorization or quantity limits that need to be fulfilled as part of your prescription drug coverage.

Please Note: The following information is not intended for individuals in group-sponsored plans. If you are in a group plan, please call the phone number on your CIGNA ID card or contact your plan administrator if you have questions.

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CIGNA Medicare Rx Plan One (PDP) and CIGNA Medicare Rx Plan Two (PDP) 2012 Drug List Tier Descriptions
Tier 1	Preferred Generic Drugs. This grouping of prescription drugs represents the lowest cost-sharing.
Tier 2	Non-Preferred Generic Drugs.
Tier 3	Preferred Brand Drugs.
Tier 4	Non-Preferred Brand Drugs.
Tier 5	Specialty Tier Drugs. This grouping of prescription drugs represents the highest cost-sharing.

Symbol Key - Requirements/Limits
B vs D	Coverage determination for Part B or Part D required. This drug may be covered under Medicare Part B or D depending upon the circumstances. Information may need to be submitted describing the use and setting of the drug to make the determination. Note: Inhalant solutions used in a nebulizer are only covered under Part D when the customer is in a Long Term Care (LTC) Setting.
GC	Gap Coverage - We provide additional coverage of this prescription drug in the coverage gap. Please refer to our Evidence of Coverage for more information about this coverage.
NC	Not Covered - If "NC" is shown in the Plan Tier column for a given drug, it is not covered under that plan. Please consult with your physician for alternative medications. For information on how to obtain an exception to the CIGNA Medicare Rx (PDP) Prescription drug plan list of covered drugs, contact CIGNA Medicare Rx (PDP) Customer Service, 8 am - 8 pm local time, 7 days a week.
PA	Prior Authorization - Your doctor must obtain a prior approval for this drug.
QL	Quantity Limit - You may only obtain coverage for a limited amount of this drug.
RA	Restricted Access - This drug may be available only at certain pharmacies.
ST	Step Therapy - You must first use another drug before these drugs can be approved for use.

View the complete formulary (drug list)

• 2012 Plan One Complete Drug List English | en Español (PDF)
• 2012 Plan Two Complete Drug List English | en Español (PDF)

(If you are unable to locate a drug on the complete drug list, please use the search tool above to look up the drug or refer to the appropriate 2012 Plan Formulary Changes PDF below, as changes occur on amonthly basis.)

View the changes to the formulary (drug list)

• 2012 Plan One Formulary Changes English | en Español (PDF)
• 2012 Plan Two Formulary Changes English | en Español (PDF)

View the prior authorization criteria

• 2012 Plan One Formulary Prior Authorization Criteria (PDF)
• 2012 Plan Two Formulary Prior Authorization Criteria (PDF)
• 2012 Plan One Formulary BvsD Prior Authorization Criteria (PDF)
• 2012 Plan Two Formulary BvsD Prior Authorization Criteria (PDF)

View the step therapy criteria

• 2012 Plan One Formulary Step Therapy Criteria (PDF)
• 2012 Plan Two Formulary Step Therapy Criteria (PDF)

View the transition policy

• 2012 Transition Policy English | en Español (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a formulary?
A formulary (or drug list) lists all drugs that we cover. We will generally cover the drugs on our drug list as long as the drug is medically necessary, the prescription is filled at a network pharmacy and other coverage rules are followed.

Each plan must follow the rules set forth by Medicare in covering Part D drugs. In addition, Medicare must approve our drug list each year and as changes are made.

The drugs on the drug list are selected by our Plan with the help of a team of health care professionals. We select the prescription therapies believed to be a necessary part of a quality treatment program. Both brand-name drugs and generic drugs are included on the list of covered drugs.

Not all drugs are included on the drug list. In some cases, the law prohibits Medicare coverage of certain types of drugs. In other cases, we have decided not to include a particular drug on our drug list because we may have an alternative drug that can be taken. This is one example.

Will my drugs be covered?
Whether your drug is covered will depend on whether it is on the plan's list of covered drugs. Medicare prescription drug plans must include at least two drugs in every drug category. In addition, each Part D plan must:

• Make sure you have convenient access to retail pharmacies.
• Have a process to request exceptions to the drug list regarding our coverage rules.
• Provide useful information to you, such as how drug lists and medication management programs work, information on saving money with generic drugs, and grievance and appeal processes.

What if my drug is not in the drug list?
For information on how to obtain an exception to the CIGNA Medicare Rx Prescription drug plan list of covered drugs, contact CIGNA Medicare Rx (PDP) Customer Service, 8 am - 8 pm local time, 7 days a week.

Can the drug list change?
We may make certain changes to our list of covered drugs during the year. Changes in the drug list may affect which drugs are covered and how much you will pay when filling your prescription. If we remove drugs from our drug list, or add prior authorization, quantity limits and/or step therapy restrictions on a drug or move a drug to a higher cost cost-sharing tier, we will post a notice on this site at least 60 days before the change becomes effective. In addition, you will be notified on your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) mailing, if you are taking the impacted drug.

If the FDA deems a drug on our list of covered drugs unsafe, or if a drug is removed from the market by the manufacturer, we will take appropriate actions to help ensure the safety of our customers. These actions may include removing the drug from the drug list. If we do remove the drug, we will provide notification to customers who are taking the drug.

Are generic drugs covered?
All CIGNA Medicare Rx prescription drug plans cover both brand-name drugs and generic drugs. Generic drugs have the same active-ingredients as brand name drugs. Generic drugs usually cost less than brand-name drugs and are rated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be as safe and effective as brand-name drugs.

Are there restrictions on my drug coverage?
There are some covered drugs on the drug list that have additional requirements or limits on coverage. These include:

• Prior Authorization - you or your doctor may be required to get a prior authorization for some drugs. This means that you will need to get approval from you plan prior to filling your prescription. If you do not obtain approval, the drug may not be covered.
• Quantity Limits - For some drugs, the quantity that is covered may be limited by the plan.
• Step Therapy - you may be required to first try certain drugs to treat your medical condition before we will cover another drug for that condition.

What about drugs that Medicare Part B already covers?
Medicare requires that certain medications and durable medical equipment (like diabetic test strips, nebulizers and wheelchairs) be covered under Part B. Medicare Part D plans usually do not cover drugs that are covered under Medicare Part B.

Medicare Part B will typically cover drugs that are administered at a hospital or doctor's office.

Where can I get my prescriptions filled?

In order to receive plan benefits, you must use a network pharmacy, and quantity limitations, and restrictions may apply. Generally, we cover drugs filled at an out-of-network pharmacy only when you are not able to use a network pharmacy. Here are the circumstances when we would cover prescriptions filled at an out-of-network pharmacy:

• If you are unable to obtain a covered drug in a timely manner within our service area because there is no network pharmacy within a reasonable driving distance that provides 24-hour service.
• If you are trying to fill a covered prescription drug that is not regularly stocked at an accessible network retail or mail-order pharmacy (these drugs include orphan drugs or other specialty pharmaceuticals).
• If a covered Part D drug is dispensed by an out-of-network, institution-based pharmacy to a patient who is in the emergency department, provider-based clinic, outpatient surgery or other outpatient settings.

The CIGNA Medicare Rx network of over 60,000 network pharmacies may change at any time. Visit the Pharmacy Directory or call our Customer Service team at 1-800-222-6700 from 8 am - 8 pm local time, 7 days a week. (TTY/TDD users call 1-800-322-1451).

How will the pharmacist know what to charge me?
You will present your plan's prescription drug card at the pharmacy or send the prescription drug card number if you're using amail-order pharmacy. The card will electronically access your information - whether or not you still have part of your deductible to pay, what coverage you're entitled to, whether you have extra coverage that reduces your cost and what your copay or coinsurance should be.

What if I take multiple drugs for a chronic illness?
If you have a chronic illness, you may have the option of receiving your routine maintenance prescription medications through CIGNA Home Delivery Pharmacy.

Does CIGNA offer Home Delivery (Mail-Order)?
Yes, CIGNA offers Home Delivery of your Part D prescription drugs. You may save money by using CIGNA Home Delivery Pharmacy which provides:

• Free & quick delivery of all your prescriptions
• Refill reminders to help ensure you don't miss a dose
• FDA-approved medications
• Confidential, tamper-resistant packaging
• Pharmacists available day or night to answer your questions

To find out more about the CIGNA Home Delivery program, call 1-877-252-6907, 8 am - 8 pm 7 days a week. (TTY/TTD users call 1-605-373-4859).

If you receive state help in paying for your prescription drugs: contact your State Pharmacy Assistance Program (SPAP) as they may have specific requirements that limit your Home Delivery benefit.

Will I be able to get up to a 90-day supply of my drugs?
Yes. Up to a 90 day supply is available through our mail-order pharmacies, including CIGNA Home Delivery Pharmacy and most of our network retail pharmacies.

For customers who take multiple medications, the Medication Therapy Management Program (MTMP) may be able to help.

MTMP is a program that may assist qualified CIGNA Medicare Rx customers who:

• Take multiple prescription drugs
• Have chronic conditions
• Expect to spend a significant amount of money on prescription drugs each year

MTMP can help identify potential errors and gaps in your care by:

• Helping reduce the risk of medication errors - especially if you have chronic conditions, take several medications or see multiple doctors
• Providing current information on proven medical practices to help you and your doctor determine the most effective treatment
• Helping you understand your condition and medications, so you can take an active role in managing your health.

Learn more about our Medication Therapy Management Program.