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Understanding Insurance

Trying to understand healthcare coverage can be confusing. So let us help. Here, we’ll help you understand the differences between commercial or private insurance and government coverage, figure out which one you have, and point you in the right direction to learn more about what this means for you.

Insurance 101

With all of the different health insurance options available, it can be hard to know which is right for you. These videos explain how health insurance works, important things to think about when considering a health plan, and ways to help you make the most of your plan.

What is commercial or private insurance?

Commercial or private insurance is a health insurance plan that is not offered by the government. You can get it through your or your spouse’s job. You can also purchase a commercial plan directly from an insurance carrier, at Healthcare.gov, or an insurance broker.

 
 

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Commercial or Private Insurance

What is government coverage?

Government coverage is when your healthcare program is funded by the government. These programs include:
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • The Department of Defense TRICARE (DOD TRICARE)
  • The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Program
  • The Indian Health Service (IHS) Program
 

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Medicare

 

Learn more about

Medicaid

How do I find out what my coverage is?

If you’re not sure what type of healthcare coverage you have, we can help.

Give us a call to speak with a Janssen CarePath Care Coordinator.

What do I do if my healthcare plan does not approve my treatment?

Sometimes, you may not be able to get the medication that your doctor has prescribed for you. For example, your health plan might not cover the medication if it is not on the drug list (formulary). Or your medication cost could be higher than you think it should be. When this happens, you and your doctor can ask your health plan about it. You can also see if your plan can make the medication available to you as an exception.

Questions? 866-228-3546

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM ET

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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What is UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® (selexipag) is a prescription medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH, WHO Group 1), which is high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs.

UPTRAVI® can help delay (slow down) the progression of your disease and lower your risk of being hospitalized for PAH.

It is not known if UPTRAVI® is safe and effective in children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

  • Do not take UPTRAVI® if you take gemfibrozil because this medicine may affect how UPTRAVI® works and cause side effects
  • Do not take UPTRAVI® if you are allergic to selexipag or any of the ingredients in UPTRAVI®
  • Before you take UPTRAVI®, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
    • Have liver problems
    • Have narrowing of the pulmonary veins (veins in your lungs). This is called pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD)
    • Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if UPTRAVI® will harm your unborn baby
    • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if UPTRAVI® passes into your breast milk. You and your doctor should decide if you will take UPTRAVI® or breastfeed. You should not do both
    • Are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements

What are the possible side effects of UPTRAVI®?

The most common side effects are:

  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Jaw pain
  • Nausea
  • Muscle pain
  • Vomiting
  • Pain, redness or swelling at the injection site with UPTRAVI® for injection
  • Pain in arms or legs
  • Temporary reddening of the skin (flushing)
  • Joint pain
  • Low red blood cell count
  • Less appetite than usual
  • Rash

Talk to your doctor if you have a side effect that bothers you or does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of UPTRAVI®. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Keep UPTRAVI® and all other medicines away from children.

What other medicines might interact with UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® and other medicines may affect each other, causing side effects. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Do not start any new medicine until you check with your doctor.

How should I take UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® Tablets

  • Take UPTRAVI® exactly as your doctor tells you to take it. Usually, your doctor will have you take UPTRAVI® twice a day. Taking UPTRAVI® with food may help you tolerate UPTRAVI® better
  • Swallow UPTRAVI® tablets whole. Do not split, crush, or chew tablets
  • Tell your doctor if you have any form of liver disease. Your doctor may need to change your dose of UPTRAVI®
  • UPTRAVI® is measured in micrograms (mcg). Tablets come in the following strengths: 200, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400, and 1600 mcg

UPTRAVI® given by intravenous (IV) injection

  • Your healthcare provider will give you UPTRAVI® into your vein through an intravenous (IV) line
  • Your healthcare provider will decide how much UPTRAVI® for injection you will receive each day based on your current dose of UPTRAVI® tablets

Please see full Prescribing Information and Patient Product Information.

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