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Optum Rx announces a reduction in drug prior authorization

Optum Rx has announced it will drop prior authorization for an estimated 80 drugs starting May 1. 
The program targets reauthorizations of drugs. For instance, once a genetic condition such as cystic fibrosis is confirmed through testing, there is mini…