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Onapgo (apomorphine subcutaneous injection – Supernus)Cigna

Parkinson’s disease

Initial criteria

  • Patient is diagnosed with advanced Parkinson’s disease; AND
  • Patient is experiencing “off” episodes; AND
  • Patient has tried an oral carbidopa/levodopa therapy and meets ONE of the following (i or ii): i. According to the prescriber, patient had significant intolerance; OR ii. According to the prescriber, patient had inadequate efficacy; AND
  • Patient has previously tried or is currently receiving ONE other treatment for “off” episodes; AND
  • The medication is prescribed by or in consultation with a neurologist.

Approval duration

1 year