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OpfoldaCareFirst (Caremark)

Late-onset Pompe disease

Initial criteria

  • Member is 18 years of age or older
  • Member weighs greater than or equal to 40 kg
  • Diagnosis was confirmed by enzyme assay demonstrating a deficiency of acid alpha-glucosidase enzyme activity or by genetic testing
  • Member is not improving on current enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) (e.g., Lumizyme, Nexviazyme)
  • The requested medication will be taken in combination with Pombiliti (cipaglucosidase alfa-atga)

Reauthorization criteria

  • Member is responding to therapy (e.g., improvement, stabilization, or slowing of disease progression for motor function, walking capacity, respiratory function, or muscle strength)
  • The requested medication will be taken in combination with Pombiliti (cipaglucosidase alfa-atga)

Approval duration

12 months