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MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15) Drug Ingredient Reference Brand Name Exempt/NonExempt* Special Fill** PeriOp*** Drug Class Reference in ACOEM Guidelines * Dosage Form Strength Unique Pharmaceutical Identifier(s) Acetaminophen Tylenol Exempt Analgesics ‐ NonNarcotic Ankle and Foot Disorders Cervical and Thoracic Spine Disorders Chronic Pain ✓✕ Elbow Disorders ✓✕ Hand, Wrist, and Forearm Disorders Hip and Groin Disorders Knee Disorders Low Back Disorders Shoulder Acetyl L‐Carnitine Non‐Exempt Psychotherapeutic and Neurological Agents ‐ Misc Chronic Pain Acyclovir Zovirax Non‐Exempt Antivirals ⦸ Chronic Pain Adalimumab Humira Non‐Exempt Analgesics ‐ Anti‐ Inflammatory (TNF‐ alpha blocker) Hip and Groin Disorders Knee Disorders Low Back Disorders Albuterol Sulfate Proventil Exempt Antiasthmatic and Bronchodilator Agents Work Related Asthma Alcaftadine Lastacaft Exempt Antihistamine and/or mast cell stabilization Eye Alclometasone Dipropionate Aclovate Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals Ankle and Foot Disorders MTUS Drug List v.3 ( 8 CCR §9792.27.15) EFFECTIVE DATE: October 1, 2018 The MTUS Drug List must be used in conjunction with 1) the MTUS Guidelines, which contain specific treatment recommendations based on condition and phase of treatment and 2) the drug formulary rules. (See 8 CCR §9792.20 ‐ §9792.27.23.) "Reference in ACOEM Guidelines" indicates guideline topic(s) which discuss the drug. In each guideline there may be conditions for which the drug is Recommended ( ), Not Recommended (), or No Recommendation (⦸). Consult guideline to determine the recommendation for the condition to be treated and to assure proper phase of care use. * Exempt/Non‐Exempt "Exempt" indicates drug may be prescribed/dispensed without seeking authorization through Prospective Review if in accordance with MTUS. 1) Physician dispensed "Exempt" drugs limited to one 7‐day supply at initial visit within seven days of the date of injury without Prospective Review. 2) Prescription/dispensing of Brand name "Exempt"drug where generic is available requires authorization through Prospective Review. "Non‐Exempt" or “Unlisted” drug requires authorization through Prospective Review prior to prescribing or dispensing. (See 8 CCR §9792.27.1 through §9792.27.23 for complete rules.) ** Special Fill ‐ Indicates the Non‐Exempt drug may be prescribed/dispensed without Prospective Review: 1) Rx at initial visit within 7 days of injury, and 2) Supply not to exceed #days indicated, and 3) is a generic or single source brand, or brand where physician substantiates medical necessity, and 4) if in accord with MTUS. (See 8 CCR § 9792.27.12.) ***Perioperative Fill – Indicates the Non‐Exempt drug may be prescribed/dispensed without Prospective Review: 1) Rx issued during the perioperative period (4 days before through 4 days after surgery), and 2) Supply not to exceed #days indicated, and 3) is a generic or single source brand, or brand where physician substantiates medical necessity, and 4) is in accord with MTUS. (See 8 CCR § 9792.27.13.) *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd. Effective October 1, 2018 1 of 26

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  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Acetaminophen Tylenol Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    AcetylL‐Carnitine Non‐ExemptPsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc✕ChronicPain

    Acyclovir Zovirax Non‐Exempt Antivirals ⦸ChronicPain

    Adalimumab Humira Non‐ExemptAnalgesics‐Anti‐

    Inflammatory(TNF‐alphablocker)

    ✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    AlbuterolSulfate Proventil Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Alcaftadine Lastacaft Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    AlclometasoneDipropionate Aclovate Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    MTUSDrugListv.3(8CCR§9792.27.15)EFFECTIVEDATE:October1,2018

    TheMTUSDrugListmustbeusedinconjunctionwith1)theMTUSGuidelines,whichcontainspecifictreatmentrecommendationsbasedonconditionandphaseoftreatmentand2)thedrugformularyrules.(See8CCR§9792.20‐§9792.27.23.)"ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines"indicatesguidelinetopic(s)whichdiscussthedrug.IneachguidelinetheremaybeconditionsforwhichthedrugisRecommended(✓),NotRecommended(✕),orNoRecommendation(⦸).Consultguidelinetodeterminetherecommendationfortheconditiontobetreatedandtoassureproperphaseofcareuse.*Exempt/Non‐Exempt"Exempt"indicatesdrugmaybeprescribed/dispensedwithoutseekingauthorizationthroughProspectiveReviewifinaccordancewithMTUS.1)Physiciandispensed"Exempt"drugslimitedtoone7‐daysupplyatinitialvisitwithinsevendaysofthedateofinjurywithoutProspectiveReview.2)Prescription/dispensingofBrandname"Exempt"drugwheregenericisavailablerequiresauthorizationthroughProspectiveReview."Non‐Exempt"or“Unlisted”drugrequiresauthorizationthroughProspectiveReviewpriortoprescribingordispensing.(See8CCR§9792.27.1through§9792.27.23forcompleterules.)**SpecialFill‐IndicatestheNon‐Exemptdrugmaybeprescribed/dispensedwithoutProspectiveReview:1)Rxatinitialvisitwithin7daysofinjury,and2)Supplynottoexceed#daysindicated,and3)isagenericorsinglesourcebrand,orbrandwherephysiciansubstantiatesmedicalnecessity,and4)ifinaccordwithMTUS.(See8CCR§9792.27.12.)***PerioperativeFill–IndicatestheNon‐Exemptdrugmaybeprescribed/dispensedwithoutProspectiveReview:1)Rxissuedduringtheperioperativeperiod(4daysbeforethrough4daysaftersurgery),and2)Supplynottoexceed#daysindicated,and3)isagenericorsinglesourcebrand,orbrandwherephysiciansubstantiatesmedicalnecessity,and4)isinaccordwithMTUS.(See8CCR§9792.27.13.)

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 1 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    AlendronateSodium Fosamax Non‐Exempt

    EndocrineandMetabolicAgents‐

    Misc.(Bisphosphonate)

    ✓ChronicPain✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    AmantadineHCL Symmetrel Non‐ExemptAntiparkinsonAgents(NMDAreceptorantagonist)

    ✕ChronicPain✕LowBackDisorders

    Amcinonide Cyclocort Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    AmitriptylineHCL Elavil Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    AmlodipineBesylate Norvasc Non‐Exempt CalciumChannelBlockers ✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Amoxicillin/ClavulanateP Augmentin Exempt Antibiotics(Penicillins)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓LowBackDisorders

    Anakinra Kineret Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐inflammatory ✕KneeDisorders

    Apixaban Eliquis Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    ArtificialTearOintments RefreshPM Exempt OphthalmicAgents(ArtificialTears) ✓Eye

    AscorbicAcid VitaminC Non‐Exempt Vitamins

    ✕⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✕LowBackDisorders

    Aspirin Bayer Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✓ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Aspirin/Caffeine/DihydrocodeineBitartrate Synalgos‐DC Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    AzelastineOphth Optivar Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    AzithromycinOphth Azasite Exempt Antibiotics(Macrolides) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Azithromycin Zithromax Non‐Exempt Antibiotics(Macrolides) ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Bacitracin Exempt Anti‐InfectiveAgents‐Misc.

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 2 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Baclofen Lioresal Non‐Exempt 4Days 4DaysMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕⦸ChronicPain✓✕HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Becaplermin Regranex Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    BeclomethasoneDipropionate Qvar Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    BepotastineOphth Bepreve Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    BesifloxacinOphth Besivance Exempt Topicalantibiotic ✓✕⦸Eye

    Betamethasone Celestone Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕⦸ AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓✕HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    BetamethasoneDipropionat Diprosone Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    BetamethasoneValerate Valisone Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Bromfenac Prolensa Exempt OphthalmicAgents(NSAID) ✓✕Eye

    Budesonide Pulmicort Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Budesonide/Formoterol Symbicort Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Buprenorphine(HCL) Butrans Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Opioid✕Shoulder

    BuprenorphineHCL/Naloxone Suboxone Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Opioid✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 3 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    BupropionHCL Wellbutrin,WellbutrinXL,WellbutrinSR Non‐ExemptAntidepressants

    (SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕⦸ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Butalbital/Apap/Caffeine Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Butalbital/Asa/Caffeine Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    ButenafineHCl LotriminUltra Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    ButorphanolTartrate Stadol Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Calcitonin‐Salmon Fortical,Miacalcin Non‐Exempt

    EndocrineandMetabolicAgents‐

    Misc.(Bisphosphonate)

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    CalciumPhosphateTribasic Non‐Exempt Minerals&Electrolytes ⦸AnkleandFootDisorders

    Camphor BengayUltra Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals

    ⦸CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸LowBackDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Capsaicin Zostrix ExemptDermatologicals

    (Topicalcreamsandointments)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓⦸ChronicPain✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓⦸Shoulder

    Carbamazepine Tegretol Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    CarboxymethylcelluloseSodiumOphthalmic RefreshPlus Exempt OphthalmicAgents(ArtificialTears) ✓Eye

    Carisoprodol Soma Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    CefuroximeAxetil Ceftin Exempt Antibiotics(Cephalosporins) ✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 4 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Celecoxib Celebrex Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Cephalexin Keflex Exempt Antibiotics(Cephalosporins)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    CertolizumabPegol Cimzia Non‐Exempt GastrointestinalAgents(TNFBlocker)

    ✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    Chlorzoxazone Lorzone,ParafonForte Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    CholineMagnesiumTrisalicylate Trilisate Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    ChondroitinSulfate Non‐Exempt AlternativeMedicines(OTCnutraceutical)

    ⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Ciclesonide Alvesco Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    CiclopiroxOlamine Loprox Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Cimetidine Tagamet Exempt UlcerDrugs(H2receptorblocker)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Ciprofloxacin Cipro Exempt Antibiotics(Fluoroquinolones)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    CiprofloxacinHCLOphthalmic Ciloxan Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Antibiotics) ✓✕⦸Eye

    CitalopramHydrobromide Celexa Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Clarithromycin Biaxin Non‐Exempt Antibiotics(Macrolides) ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 5 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    ClindamycinHCL Cleocin Exempt Anti‐InfectiveAgents‐Misc.

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    ClomipramineHCL Anafranil Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Clonazepam Klonopin Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants ⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    ClonidineHCL Catapres Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic✓⦸ChronicPain✕⦸LowBackDisorders

    ClotrimazoleAntifungal LotriminAF Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    CodeinePhosphate Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    CodeineSulfate Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Codeine/Acetaminophen Tylenol#3,Tylenol#4 Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    CoenzymeQ10 CoQ10 Non‐Exempt AlternativeMedicines ⦸ChronicPain

    Colchicine Non‐Exempt GoutAgents ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 6 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Cortisone Cortone Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    CreatineMonohydrate Non‐Exempt Chemicals ⦸ChronicPain

    CromolynSodium Intal Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    CromolynSodium(Opthalmic) Opticrom Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    CyclobenzaprineHCL Flexeril Non‐Exempt 4DaysMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕⦸ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    CyclopentolateHCL Cyclogyl Non‐Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anticholinergics) ✕Eye

    Dalteparin Fragmin Non‐Exempt Anticoagulants ⦸AnkleandFootDisorders

    DantroleneSodium Dantrium Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Dehydroepiandrosterone(DHEA) Non‐Exempt Chemicals ⦸ChronicPain

    DesipramineHCL Norpramin Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Desloratadine Clarinex Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    Desonide Desowen Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Desoximetasone Topicort Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 7 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    DesvenlafaxineER Pristiq Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SNRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Dexamethasone Decadron Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕⦸ AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    DexamethasoneSodiumPhosphateOphthalmic Maxidex Non‐Exempt 4Days OphthalmicAgents(Steroid) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Dexlansoprazole Dexilant Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓Shoulder

    Dextromethorphan Delsym Non‐ExemptCough/Cold/Allergy(NMDAReceptorAntagonist)

    ✓✕⦸ ChronicPain✕LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Diazepam Valium Non‐Exempt AntianxietyAgents(Musclerelaxant) ✕ChronicPain

    DiclofenacPotassium Cataflam Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    DiclofenacSodium Voltaren Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Antiinflammatory ⦸ChronicPain

    DiclofenacSodium(Topical) Voltaren1%gel Exempt Dermatologicals

    ✓✕⦸ AnkleandFootDisorders⦸CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓⦸ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸LowBackDisorders⦸Shoulder

    DiclofenacSodiumOphthalmic Voltaren Exempt OphthalmicAgents(NSAID) ✓✕Eye

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 8 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    DiclofenacSodium/Misoprostol Arthrotec ExemptAnalgesics‐Anti‐

    Inflammatory(NSAID/Ulcerdrug)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    DicloxacillinSodium Dynapen Exempt Antibiotics(Penicillins) ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders

    Diflunisal Dolobid Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    DimethylSulfoxide DMSO Non‐ExemptGenitourinary‐Misc.(Ointmentsandtopical

    agents)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    DolasetronMesylate Anzemet Non‐Exempt Antiemetics ⦸ChronicPain

    DoxepinHCL Sinequan Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Doxycycline Vibramycin Exempt Antibiotics(Tetracyclines)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders

    DuloxetineHCL Cymbalta Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SNRI)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    EconazoleNitrate Spectazole Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    EmedastineOphth Emadine Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    EnoxaparinSodium Lovenox Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    EpinastineHCL Elestat Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    Erythromycin Ery‐Tab Non‐Exempt Antibiotics(Macrolides) ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    ErythromycinOphthalmicOintment Ilotycin Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Antibiotics) ✓✕⦸Eye

    EscitalopramOxalate Lexapro Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 9 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    EsomeprazoleMagnesium Nexium Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Esomeprazole/Naproxen Vimovo Non‐Exempt

    Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(Proton

    PumpInhibitor/NSAID)

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Estradiol Climara,Estraderm Non‐Exempt Estrogens ✕ChronicPain

    Etanercept Enbrel Non‐ExemptAnalgesics‐Anti‐

    Inflammatory(TNF‐alphablocker)

    ✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    EtidronateDisodium Didronel Non‐Exempt

    EndocrineandMetabolicAgents‐

    Misc.(Bisphosphonate)

    ✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Etodolac Lodine Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Famciclovir Famvir Non‐Exempt Antivirals ⦸ChronicPain

    Famotidine Pepcid Exempt UlcerDrugs(H2receptorblocker)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 10 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Famotidine/Ibuprofen Duexis Non‐Exempt

    Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(H2ReceptorBlocker

    /NSAID)

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    FenoprofenCalcium Nalfon Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Fentanyl Duragesic Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    FentanylCitrateOralTransmucosal Actiq,Fentora Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Fluconazole Diflucan Non‐Exempt Antifungals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Flunisolide AerospanHFA Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    FluocinoloneAcetonide Synalar Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Fluocinonide Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✕⦸ElbowDisorders

    Fluorometholone FML Non‐Exempt 4Days OphthalmicAgents ✓✕⦸Eye

    FluoxetineHCL Prozac Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 11 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Flurbiprofen Ansaid Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    FlurbiprofenSodium Ocufen ExemptAnti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)Ophthalmic

    Drops✓✕Eye

    FluticasonePropionate Flovent Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    FluticasoneProp(Topical) Cutivate Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Fluticasone‐Salmeterol Advair Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    FluvoxamineMaleate Luvox Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    FolicAcid Non‐Exempt HematopoieticAgents ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders

    FondaparinuxSodium Arixtra Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    FormoterolFumarate Foradil Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Formoterol/Mometasone Dulera Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Gabapentin Neurontin Non‐Exempt 4Days Anticonvulsants

    ✓✕⦸ CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    Gabapentin(Once‐daily) Gralise Non‐ExemptPsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc✕ChronicPain

    GabapentinEnacarbil Horizant Non‐ExemptPsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc✓✕ChronicPain

    Gatifloxacin Zymaxid Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anti‐bacterial) ✓✕Eye

    Gentamicin(Topical) Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 12 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    GentamicinSulfateOphthalmic Gentak Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anti‐bacterial) ✓✕⦸Eye

    GlucosamineSulfate Non‐Exempt AlternativeMedicines(OTCnutraceutical)

    ⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Golimumab Simponi Non‐ExemptAnalgesics‐Anti‐

    Inflammatory(TNF‐alphablocker)

    ✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    HeparinSodium Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants✕⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    HomatropineHBrOphthalmic IsoptoHomatropine Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anticholinergics) ✕Eye

    Hydrochlorothiazide Microzide Non‐Exempt Diuretics ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    HydrocodoneBitartrate ZohydroER,HysinglaER Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Norco,Vicodin,Xodol Non‐Exempt 4Days 4Days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Hydrocodone/Ibuprofen Vicoprofen Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Hydrocortisone Cortef Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    Hydrocortisone(Topical) Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    HydrocortisoneValerate Westcort Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 13 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    HydromorphoneHCL Dilaudid Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    IbandronateSodium Boniva Non‐Exempt

    EndocrineandMetabolicAgents‐

    Misc.(Bisphosphonate)

    ✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Ibuprofen Motrin Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    ImipramineHCL Tofranil Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Indomethacin Indocin Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    IrrigatingEyewash Exempt OphthalmicAgents ✓Eye

    Itraconazole Sporanox Non‐Exempt Antifungals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Ketoconazole Nizoral Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Ketoprofen Oruvail Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 14 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    KetorolacTromethamine Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    KetorolacTromethamineOphthalmic Acular Exempt OphthalmicAgents(NSAID) ✓✕Eye

    KetotifenFumarate Zaditor Exempt OphthalmicAgents ✓Eye

    Lamotrigine Lamictal Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Lansoprazole Prevacid Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Lenalidomide Revlimid Non‐Exempt MiscellaneousTherapeuticClasses ✕ChronicPain

    Levalbuterol Xopenex Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Levetiracetam Keppra Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants✕ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Levofloxacin Levaquin Exempt Antibiotics(Fluoroquinolones)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders

    LevofloxacinOphthalmicSolution Quixin Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anti‐bacterial) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Levomilnacipran Fetzima Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SNRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    LevorphanolTartrate Levo‐Dromoran Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 15 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Lidocaine Lidoderm Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓⦸ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸LowBackDisorders

    LidocaineHCl Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders

    LidocaineHClOphth Akten Exempt OpthalmicAgents ✓Eye

    Lidocaine/Prilocaine Emla Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕LowBackDisorders⦸Shoulder

    LodoxamideOphth Alomide Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    Loratadine Claritin Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    Lorazepam Ativan Non‐Exempt AntianxietyAgents ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    LoteprednolEtabonateOphthalmic Alrex Non‐Exempt 4Days OphthalmicAgents(Steroid) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Magnesium Non‐Exempt Minerals&Electrolytes ✕ChronicPain

    MaprotilineHCL Ludiomil Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    MeclofenamateSodium Meclomen Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    MefenamicAcid Ponstel Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 16 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Melatonin Non‐Exempt ✓ChronicPain

    Meloxicam Mobic Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    MemantineHCL Namenda Non‐Exempt

    PsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc.(NDMAReceptorAntagonist)

    ✕⦸ChronicPain✕LowBackDisorders

    Menthol BengayUltra,Biofreeze Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals

    ⦸AnkleandFootDisorders⦸CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸LowBackDisorders⦸Shoulder

    MeperidineHCL Demerol Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Metaxalone Skelaxin Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    MethadoneHCL Dolophine Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Opioid✕Shoulder

    Methocarbamol Robaxin Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 17 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    MethylSalicylate BengayUltra Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals

    ⦸CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ChronicPain✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸LowBackDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Methylprednisolone Medrol Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸Shoulder✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Methylsulfonylmethane Non‐Exempt Chemicals(OTCnutraceuticals)

    ⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Metronidazole Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    MetronidazoleOral Flagyl Exempt Anti‐InfectiveAgents‐Misc. ✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    MiconazoleNitrate Micatin Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Milnacipran Savella Non‐Exempt

    PsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc.(Anti‐depressant)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    MinocyclineHCl Minocin Non‐Exempt Antibiotics(Tetracyclines) ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders

    Mirtazapine Remeron Non‐Exempt Antidepressants ✓ChronicPain

    Misoprostol Cytotec Exempt UlcerDrugs

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    MometasoneFuroate(Topical) Elocon Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    MometasoneFuroate Asmanex Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    MontelukastSodium Singluair Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    MorphineSulfate Non‐Exempt 4Days 4Days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 18 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    MorphineSulfateExtendedRelease MSContin,Kadian,Avinza Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Morphine/Naltrexone Embeda Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    MoxifloxacinHCL Avelox Exempt Antibiotics(Fluoroquinolones)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    MoxifloxacinHCLOphthalmic Vigamox Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Antibiotics) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Mupirocin Bactroban Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Nabumetone Relafen Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    N‐Acetyl‐L‐Cysteine NAC Non‐Exempt Nutrients

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    NaloxoneHCL Evzio,Narcan Exempt AntidotesandSpecificAntagonists ✓Opioid

    Naproxen Aleve,Naprosyn Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓⦸Shoulder

    NatamycinOphth Natacyn Exempt Antifungals ✓✕Eye

    Nedocromil Alocril Exempt OphtalmicAgents ✓Eye

    NeomycinSulfate Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Neomycin/PolymyxinB/Bacitracin Neosporin Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 19 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Nifedipine Procardia Non‐Exempt CalciumChannelBlockers ✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    NitroglycerinTransdermal Nitro‐Dur Non‐ExemptAntianginalAgents(Glyceriltrinitrate

    patches)

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders⦸Shoulder

    Nizatidine Axid Exempt UlcerDrugs(H2receptorblocker)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    NortriptylineHCL Pamelor Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Nystatin/Triamcinolone MycologII Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    OfloxacinOphthalmicSolution Ocuflox Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anti‐bacterial) ✓✕⦸Eye

    OlopatadineHCL Pataday,Patanol Exempt Antihistamineand/ormastcellstabilization ✓Eye

    Omeprazole Prilosec Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Ondansetron Zofran Non‐Exempt Antiemetics ⦸ChronicPain

    OrphenadrineCitrate Norflex Non‐ExemptMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Oxaprozin Daypro Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Oxcarbazepine Trileptal Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

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  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    OxycodoneHCL OxyContin,Roxicodone Non‐Exempt 4Days 4Days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Oxycodone/Acetaminophen Percocet Non‐Exempt 4days 4days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Oxycodone/Aspirin Percodan Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Oxycodone/Ibuprofen Combunox Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    OxymorphoneHCL Opana,OpanaER Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Oxytocin Pitocin Non‐Exempt Oxytocics ✕ChronicPain

    PantoprazoleSodium Protonix Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

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  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    ParoxetineHCL Paxil Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    PenicillinVPotassium Non‐Exempt Antibiotics(Penicillins) ✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Pentazocine/NaloxoneHCL TalwinNX Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Phenytoin Dilantin Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants✕ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    Piroxicam Feldene Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    PramipexoleDihydrochloride Mirapex Non‐ExemptAntiparkinsonandRelatedTherapy

    Agents⦸ChronicPain

    Prednicarbate Dermatop Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Prednisolone Orapred Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸Shoulder✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    PrednisoloneAcetate PredForte,PredMild Non‐Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Steroid) ✓✕⦸Eye

    PrednisoloneSodiumOphth Omnipred Non‐Exempt 4Days OphthalmicAgents(Steroid) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Prednisone Sterapred Non‐Exempt 4Days Corticosteroids

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain⦸ElbowDisorders✓⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸Shoulder✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 22 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    Pregabalin Lyrica Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants

    ⦸CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕⦸ Shoulder

    Pregabalin(Once‐daily) LyricaCR Non‐ExemptPsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc✕ChronicPain

    ProparacaineHCL Alcaine Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anesthetic) ✓Eye

    ProtriptylineHCL Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(TCAs)✕ChronicPain✕KneeDisorders

    PyridostigmineBromide Mestinon Non‐Exempt Antimyasthenic/CholinergicAgents ✕ChronicPain

    QuetiapineFumarate Seroquel Non‐Exempt Antipsychotics/AntimanicAgents ⦸ChronicPain

    RabeprazoleSodium Aciphex Exempt UlcerDrugs(Protonpumpinhibitor)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    RaloxifeneHydrochloride Evista Non‐ExemptEndocrineand

    MetabolicAgents‐Misc.

    ✕ChronicPain

    RanitidineHCL Zantac Exempt UlcerDrugs(H2receptorblocker)

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    RegularInsulin HumulinR Non‐Exempt Antidiabetics ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    RisedronateSodium Actonel Non‐Exempt

    EndocrineandMetabolicAgents‐

    Misc.(Bisphosphonate)

    ✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders⦸KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Rivaroxaban Xarelto Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    S‐Adenosylmethionine SAME Non‐Exempt AlternativeMedicines ✕ChronicPain

    Salmeterol Serevent Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Salsalate Disalcid Exempt Analgesics‐NonNarcotic(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

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  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    SertralineHCL Zoloft Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✓✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    SilverSulfadiazine Silvadene Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    SodiumChlorideOphthalmic Exempt OphthalmicAgents ✓Eye

    SodiumOxybate Xyrem Non‐ExemptPsychotherapeuticandNeurologicalAgents‐

    Misc.✓ChronicPain

    Sucralfate Carafate Exempt UlcerDrugs

    ✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ElbowDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim Bactrim Exempt Anti‐InfectiveAgents‐Misc.

    ✓⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    Sulindac Clinoril Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Tacrolimus Protopic Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    Tapentadol Nucynta Non‐Exempt Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✕AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    TerbinafineHCl Lamisil Non‐Exempt Antifungals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    TerbinafineHCl(Topical) Lamisil Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    TetracaineHCL Tetcaine Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anesthetic) ✓Eye

    TetracyclineHCL Exempt Tetracyclines ✓Eye

    Thalidomide Thalomid Non‐Exempt AssortedClasses ✕ChronicPain✕LowBackDisorders

    Theophylline Theo‐24,Theo‐Dur Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    TiagabineHCL Gabitril Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants✕ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

    Effective October 1, 2018 24 of 26  

  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    TizanidineHCL Zanaflex Non‐Exempt 4daysMusculoskeletalTherapyAgents

    (MuscleRelaxants)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕⦸ChronicPain✓✕HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    TobramycinOphthalmic Tobrex Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anti‐bacterial) ✓✕⦸Eye

    Tolnaftate Tinactin Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    TolmetinSodium Tolectin Exempt Analgesics‐Anti‐Inflammatory(NSAID)

    ✓AnkleandFootDisorders✓CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✓✕⦸ElbowDisorders✓✕⦸Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓⦸KneeDisorders✓LowBackDisorders✓Shoulder

    Topiramate Topamax Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain✕⦸HipandGroinDisorders✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✕⦸Shoulder

    TramadolHCL Ultram,UltramER Non‐Exempt 4Days 4Days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    TramadolHCL/AC Ultracet Non‐Exempt 4Days 4Days Analgesics‐Opioid

    ✓✕AnkleandFootDisorders✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕ChronicPain✓✕ElbowDisorders✓✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders✓✕LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    TranexamicAcid Lysteda Exempt Hemostatics ✓Eye

    TrazodoneHCL Desyrel,Oleptro Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓✕⦸ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    TriamcinoloneAcetonideI Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓AnkleandFootDisorders

    TrolamineSalicylate Arthricream Non‐Exempt Dermatologicals ✓Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    TropicamideOphthalmic Mydriacyl Exempt OphthalmicAgents(Anticholinergics) ✕Eye

    Trypsin Non‐Exempt Chemicals(Proteolyticenzyme) ✕AnkleandFootDisorders

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

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  •  MTUS Drug List v.3 (8 CCR § 9792.27.15)      

    DrugIngredient ReferenceBrandNameExempt/Non‐Exempt* SpecialFill** Peri‐Op*** DrugClass ReferenceinACOEMGuidelines* DosageForm Strength

    UniquePharmaceuticalIdentifier(s)

    ValacyclovirHCL Valtrex Non‐Exempt Antivirals ✕⦸ChronicPain

    ValproicAcid Depakote,Depakene,Depacon Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants✕ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    VenlafaxineHCL Effexor Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SNRI)

    ✓✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✓ChronicPain⦸HipandGroinDisorders✓✕⦸KneeDisorders✓⦸LowBackDisorders✓✕Shoulder

    Vilazodone Viibryd Non‐Exempt Antidepressants(SSRI)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ChronicPain✕HipandGroinDisorders✕KneeDisorders✕LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    VitaminA Non‐Exempt Vitamins ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders

    VitaminB‐12 Cyanocobalamin,Methylcobalamin Non‐ExemptHematopoieticAgents

    (Vitamins)

    ✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders⦸ElbowDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    VitaminB‐6 Pyridoxine Non‐Exempt Vitamins

    ✕⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕ElbowDisorders✕Hand,Wrist,andForearmDisorders

    VitaminD3 Non‐Exempt Vitamins ✓ChronicPain

    VitaminE Non‐Exempt Vitamins✕⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✕CervicalandThoracicSpineDisorders✕LowBackDisorders

    WarfarinSodium Coumadin Non‐Exempt 14Days Anticoagulants⦸AnkleandFootDisorders✓HipandGroinDisorders✓KneeDisorders

    Zafirlukast Accolate Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    Zileuton Zyflo Non‐Exempt AntiasthmaticandBronchodilatorAgents ✓WorkRelatedAsthma

    ZolpidemTartrate Ambien Non‐ExemptHypnotics/Sedatives/SleepDisorder

    Agents✕ChronicPain

    Zonisamide Zonegran Non‐Exempt Anticonvulsants✕ChronicPain⦸LowBackDisorders✕Shoulder

    *ACOEM Guidelines Copyright Reed Group Ltd.

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