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Office of Medicaid Policy and Plannings Hepatitis C Policies Receive High Praise

The Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning recently earned high praise from the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable for no longer requiring prior authorization for first-time treatment for hepatitis C. NVHR issued this press release earlier this week applauding Indiana along with Wisconsin. NVHR also gave Indiana an A+ rating in its Hep C – State of Medicaid Access report. Cases of hepatitis C – a viral infection that causes liver inflammation and is one of the leading causes of liver disease – have been increasing since 2010 due to the ongoing opioid crisis. Today’s treatment for hepatitis C can cure most people in 8 to 12 weeks. NVHR estimates there are 60,000 Hoosiers living with hepatitis C.

Along with no longer requiring prior authorization OMPP, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Health, is working to spread the word about the importance of hep C testing. By following the “3 Cs of Hep C:” Check. Care. Cure. Hoosiers can get tested, receive care and be cured. Learn more at CheckCareCure.in.gov.