About Natpara

PARATHYROID HORMONE treats low calcium levels caused by low levels of parathyroid hormone (hypoparathyroidism). It works by replacing parathyroid hormone normally made by the body. Parathyroid hormone helps regulate and maintain calcium levels in your blood. Calcium is a mineral that plays an important role in building strong bones and maintaining heart health.

How to get Natpara

If you've been prescribed Natpara or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

How to get Natpara

If you've been prescribed Natpara or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

Limited distribution drug

How to get this medication

Natpara is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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About Natpara

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About Natpara

Get prescriptionYour doctor assesses you and your needs. They send your prescription to a preferred specialty pharmacy.

Get a call from the specialty pharmacyThis drug is only available at specialty pharmacies. Your insurance plan may affect which pharmacy you can use. The specialty pharmacy contacts you for more info. Keep an eye out for an unfamiliar number that calls you.

Wait for insurance approvalThis is also called prior authorization. The specialty pharmacy handles this for you, but they need to contact you with important information to get the medication approved.How long does this take?

Schedule deliveryMost specialty pharmacies deliver medications by mail because of the storage and special instructions required.

Get prescriptionYour doctor assesses you and your needs. They send your prescription to a preferred specialty pharmacy.

Get a call from the specialty pharmacyThis drug is only available at specialty pharmacies. Your insurance plan may affect which pharmacy you can use. The specialty pharmacy contacts you for more info. Keep an eye out for an unfamiliar number that calls you.

Wait for insurance approvalThis is also called prior authorization. The specialty pharmacy handles this for you, but they need to contact you with important information to get the medication approved.How long does this take?

Schedule deliveryMost specialty pharmacies deliver medications by mail because of the storage and special instructions required.

Other Parathyroid Hormones

Related conditions

Natpara

Learn more about Natpara

How to Write an Appeal Letter to Your Health Insurance Provider

Does Insurance Cover Biosimilars?

How a Patient Advocacy Group Helped Me Afford My Medication

What is Step Therapy? How to Get Insurance to Pay for Your ‘Non-Preferred’ Medication

A Guide to Medication Formularies

What Should You Do If Your Medication Isn’t Covered by Insurance? 4 Tips and Tactics

What Is Prior Authorization? A Look at the Process and Tips For Approval

What Are Manufacturer Copay Cards?

What Are Patient Assistance Programs?

About Natpara