October 7, 2025
Effective October 1, 2025, the Medical Assistance Program will no longer cover brand name Retin-A products due to the drug manufacturer no longer participating in the Medicaid Drug Program. These drugs will not be eligible for approval through prior authorization. This change is effective for the Health Partners Plans Medicaid line of business.
The affected drugs are listed below.
Therapeutic Class |
Affected Medications |
Preferred Alternatives Available* |
Acne Agents, Topical |
Retin-A 0.1% cream Retin-A 0.05% cream Retin-A 0.025% cream Retin-A 0.01% gel Retin-A 0.025% gel |
Tretinoin 0.1% cream Tretinoin 0.05% cream Tretinoin 0.025% cream |
*Prior authorization for a preferred drug applies to members 21 years of age or older For the latest formulary updates, visit hpplans.com/formularies.
For assistance, contact our Pharmacy department at 215-991-4300 or Provider Services at 1-888-991-9023 (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.).