PA DOH Antibiotic Stewardship Resources
Jun. 2026Important Notices
Order antibiotic stewardship resources at no cost
Practices can order printed antibiotic stewardship materials from the Pennsylvania Department of Health and have them shipped to their office at no cost through June 12. Post these materials in provider-only areas where teams can review them to support ongoing efforts to improve antibiotic prescribing.Recent Announcements
Medical device correction: Omnipod (Insulet – May 2026)
Insulet Corporation Inc. has announced a medical device correction for certain Omnipod Pods. These pods are wearable devices that are used to deliver insulin.Jun. 2026Pharmacy Updates
Clinical documentation required for medical policy prior authorizations
As you know, UPMC Health Plan requires certain clinical documentation/notes in support of a request for prior authorization for the listed procedures below in accordance with its established policies and procedures, in addition to CMS requirements that medical record documentation must support the medical necessity of the services requested.Jun. 2026Important Notices
Voluntary nationwide recall: True Metrix (Trividia – May)
Trividia Health is recalling all True Metrix Blood Glucose Systems for an issue with the software design of the E-5 Error Code and instructions for the user in the “Messages” section of the Owner’s Booklet/System instructions for use and online labeling and help guides.May 2026Pharmacy Updates