Cosentyx (secukinumab) Sensoready pen — United Healthcare
Psoriatic Arthritis
Initial criteria
- Diagnosis of active psoriatic arthritis
- One of the following: (a) History of failure to a 3-month trial of methotrexate at maximally indicated dose, unless contraindicated or adverse effects OR (b) Previously treated with a targeted immunomodulator FDA-approved for psoriatic arthritis (e.g., Cimzia, adalimumab, Simponi, Stelara, Tremfya, Xeljanz/Xeljanz XR, Otezla, Skyrizi, Rinvoq, Enbrel) OR (c) Currently on Cosentyx therapy with documentation and has not received manufacturer supplied sample or assistance
- Not receiving Cosentyx in combination with another targeted immunomodulator [Enbrel, Cimzia, Simponi, Orencia, adalimumab, Stelara, Skyrizi, Tremfya, Taltz, Xeljanz, Olumiant, Rinvoq, Otezla]
- Prescribed by or in consultation with a rheumatologist or dermatologist
Reauthorization criteria
- Documentation of positive clinical response to Cosentyx therapy
- Not receiving Cosentyx in combination with another targeted immunomodulator [Enbrel, Cimzia, Simponi, Orencia, adalimumab, Stelara, Skyrizi, Tremfya, Taltz, Xeljanz, Olumiant, Rinvoq, Otezla]
Approval duration
12 months