This document outlines details of PBS-subsidised riociguat for patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH).
For information on how to process a PBS Authority, see Processing Complex Authority Required Listings.
Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) quick reference
|
Restrictions |
Authority level and section |
PA assessment |
Processing system |
Prescriber type |
Prescriber self-serve |
|
Initial
PB192 form
|
Written
Electronic
S100:
riociguat
|
No |
OPA
|
Must be treated in a:
-
centre with expertise in the management of CTEPH
|
Yes |
|
Titrating |
Telephone
Electronic
S100:
riociguat |
No |
OPA
|
Must be treated in a:
-
centre with expertise in the management of CTEPH
|
Yes |
|
Continuing
|
Telephone
Electronic
S100:
riociguat
|
No |
OPA
|
Must be treated in a:
-
centre with expertise in the management of CTEPH
|
Yes |
|
Balance of supply
|
Telephone
Electronic
S100:
riociguat
|
No |
OPA
|
Must be treated in a:
-
centre with expertise in the management of CTEPH
|
Yes |
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