$120.6M in CY2024 Part D spend462K claims · 120K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Cinacalcet used for?
Cinacalcet is a positive modulator of the calcium sensing receptor indicated for: Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) in adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis. ( 1.1 ) Limita....
Is there a generic for Cinacalcet?
Yes. 28 ANDAs filed at FDA, 10 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Cinacalcet?
Across 329 Part D plans, Cinacalcet averages $0.454/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $0.406/unit. Highest in distribution: $0.725/unit.
Is Cinacalcet on the FDA shortage list?
No. Cinacalcet is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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Sources · every number above traces back.
Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book (10 approvals on file) · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (20 NDCs benchmarked) · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard (CY2024) · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.