Prescription Authorizations 

Before submitting a Prescription Drug Prior Authorization Request (PAR) Form, search HPSM’s formulary for the drug you want to prescribe. Make sure you search the formulary for the member’s specific health plan.

• If the drug you searched is in the formulary, you do not need to submit the authorization form.
• If the drug you searched is not in the formulary or has the initials NF, PA, QL or ST next to it, then complete the Prescription Drug PAR Form and fax it to HPSM at 650-829-2045.

Download the Prescription Drug Prior Authorization Request Form

Required Clinical Information

Please provide:

• Symptoms
• Lab results with dates and/or justification for initial or ongoing therapy or increased dose
  • Lab results with dates must be provided if needed to establish diagnosis or evaluate response
• Information on whether the patient has any contraindications for the health plan/insurer preferred drug
• Any additional clinical information or comments pertinent to this request for coverage (e.g. formulary tier exceptions) or required under state and federal laws

If you have any questions about the Prescription Drug PAR Form, please call HPSM’s Pharmacy Services at 650-616-2088.