OptumRx: Louisiana Medicaid - Opioid Prescription Policy
Author: Kailee Burnett/Friday, August 18, 2017/Categories: APCI Choice, CAPS
In response to the opioid crisis in Louisiana, there is a statewide cohesive strategy to prevent
overdose deaths and combat overutilization and diversion of opioids. Addressing opioid
overutilization by implementing prescription limits is just one piece of this mission. The state
does not intend to restrict opioid medications that are medically necessary; therefore override
provisions and exemptions will be incorporated.
*Please see attached PDF for more information.