Get Your Specialty Medications Through Our Clinic

At Paducah Rheumatology, we know that managing a rheumatologic condition often means managing more than just your health. It means navigating insurance approvals, coordinating refills, and figuring out how to actually get your medication in hand. We want to make that part easier.

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Paducah Rheumatology now offers eligible patients the option to fill certain specialty medications, including biologics, directly through our clinic. Our team works closely with your care providers to coordinate treatment, answer questions, and help you understand your coverage – all in one place.

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What this can mean for you:

• Direct support from our medical team, trained in rheumatologic care

• Help navigating insurance coverage and financial assistance options

• Proactive communication about refills, so you're not left wondering

• Guidance on managing potential side effects

• One coordinated medical team overseeing your treatment and your prescription​

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Availability depends on your specific insurance plan. This program currently works best for patients with Medicare or Medicare Advantage coverage, and we're working to expand it further. Ask your Paducah Rheumatology provider at your next appointment, or give us a call at 270.408.6100, to find out if this option is right for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will my insurance cover this?
Coverage depends on your specific plan. This is currently available primarily for patients with Medicare or Medicare Advantage, with some commercial plans also eligible. Call us at 270.408.6100 and we can check for you.

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What medications can I get through the clinic?
Certain specialty medications, including select biologic and oral rheumatologic treatments. If we're not able to fill a specific prescription in-house, we'll still help you find the best path forward, including insurance navigation and financial assistance.

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How long will it take to get my medication?
Once your prescription is submitted, our team works to get it to you as quickly as possible, including handling insurance approval. Most patients receive their medication within a few days. Call 270.408.6100 anytime for an update.

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Will this cost me more?
Patients don't pay more, and many save money, since we verify your coverage upfront and help identify financial assistance if you need it.

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Who do I contact if I have questions about my medication?
Call us at 270.408.6100. Our team is familiar with your history and treatment and can loop in your provider quickly if needed.

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We hear so many stories of the difficulties patients have navigating specialty mail order pharmacies for their prescription drug needs. Including the lack of interest these pharmacy benefit managers have in helping patients with financial needs such as un affordable co-pays. We're excited to be able to change that, for eligible patients, by offering in-house specialty drug dispensing. Ask us more questions at your next visit!