Biosimilars
Biosimilars are a rapidly growing treatment option for physicians treating advanced diseases, with more than 20 unique biosimilars expected to enter the U.S. healthcare market over the next decade. Learn more about these safe and effective treatment options.
Read below for biosimilar resources at every stage: biosimilar beginners, considerations when using biosimilars, and best practices post-adoption.
New to biosimilars?
- Biosimilars are biological products that are highly similar to and have no clinically meaningful differences from existing, FDA-approved reference biologics.
- While biosimilars are similar to their reference biological product, they are not generic equivalents.
- Biosimilars go through a rigorous FDA review process including analytical, animal and clinical studies.
Biosimilars go through an extensive FDA approval process and offer safe, effective therapeutic options for serious diseases
As more biosimilars become available in the U.S., providers, payers and patients all stand to benefit from further incorporating these safe and effective therapies throughout our healthcare ecosystem.
Rising healthcare costs, increasing drug production demands and reimbursement pressures are all putting a serious strain on our nation’s healthcare delivery system. By adopting biosimilars routinely into patient treatment decisions, we can improve overall access to critical, life-saving drugs all while reducing the costs of these expensive therapies through increased competition.
Learn more about the McKesson services available to support biosimilar and other practice needs by visiting our Solutions for Specialty Practices page.
Considering adopting biosimilars in your treatment regimens?
Biosimilars Currently Available through McKesson Include:
Biosimilar Drug |
Biologic Reference Drug |
HCPCS Code |
Patient Support Services |
Full Prescribing Information |
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Alymsys |
Avastin |
Q5126 |
(PDF, 588 KB) |
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Mvasi |
Avastin |
Q5107 |
(PDF, 627 KB) |
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Vegzelma |
Avastin |
Q5129 |
(PDF, 653 KB) |
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Zirabev |
Avastin |
Q5118 |
(PDF, 1 MB) |
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Retacrit |
Epogen/Procrit |
Q5105 (ESRD use) |
(PDF, 614 KB) |
|
Herzuma |
Herceptin |
Q5113 |
(PDF, 551 KB) |
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Kanjinti |
Herceptin |
Q5117 |
(PDF, 834 KB) |
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Ogivri |
Herceptin |
Q5114 |
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Ontruzant |
Herceptin |
Q5112 |
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Trazimera |
Herceptin |
Q5116 |
(PDF, 706 KB) |
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Amjevita |
Humira |
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Byooviz |
Lucentis |
Q5124 |
(PDF, 685 KB) |
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Cimerli |
Lucentis |
Q5128 |
(PDF, 1.41 MB) |
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Fulphila |
Neulasta |
Q5108 |
(PDF, 921 KB) |
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Fylnetra |
Neulasta |
Q5130 |
(PDF, 1.25 MB) |
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Nyvepria |
Neulasta |
Q5122 |
(PDF, 1 MB) |
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Stimufend |
Neulasta |
Q5127 |
(PDF, 546 KB) |
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Udenyca |
Neulasta |
Q5111 |
(PDF, 1 MB) |
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Ziextenzo |
Neulasta |
Q5120 |
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Nivestym |
Neupogen |
Q5110 |
(PDF, 921 KB) |
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Releuko |
Neupogen |
Q5125 |
(PDF, 4 MB) |
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Zarxio |
Neupogen |
Q5101 |
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Avsola |
Remicade |
Q5121 |
|
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Inflectra |
Remicade |
Q5103 |
(PDF, 1 MB) |
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Renflexis |
Remicade |
Q5104 |
(PDF, 537 KB) |
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Riabni |
Rituxan |
Q5123 |
(PDF, 468 KB) |
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Ruxience |
Rituxan |
Q5119 |
(PDF, 811 KB) |
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Truxima |
Rituxan |
Q5115 |
(PDF, 402 KB) |
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Biosimilar Master Class
Dr. Robert Rifkin and our team of expert clinical specialists and business advisors help you understand biosimilars from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) perspective. While similar to biologic reference products, biosimilars have unique operational, clinical, and financial decision points critical to successfully implementing these therapies in your practice.
Learn MoreA Guide to Navigating Biosimilars
From 2017 to 2020, McKesson helped specialty providers save more than $386 million dollars through biosimilar adoption. As the biosimilar landscape continues to evolve, we can expect to see more biosimilar treatment options for more conditions. McKesson is here to help you navigate the landscape, identify economic opportunities for your practice and provide resources to physicians who are evaluating biosimilars for their patients.
Download GuideADDITIONAL READING
Biosimilar Perspectives from McKesson Experts
McKesson’s experts address the most important clinical, operational, and economical obstacles to overcome on the path to reimbursement.
An in depth look at the primary concerns of physicians when implementing biosimilars in their oncology and rheumatology practices.
Dr. Robert Rifkin, medical director of biosimilars for McKesson, gives an update on biosimilar education and reimbursement.
Dr. Robert Rifkin discusses the "perfect storm" for biosimilar marketing in a recent OncLive article.
A review of 14,000 individuals transitioned from a reference biologic medication to a biosimilar examines patient safety and treatment efficacy.
Overcoming Physician Barriers to Biosimilar Adoption in Clinics (PDF, 228 KB)
Omar Hafez shares how biopharmaceutical companies can learn how to overcome the clinical, operational, and economic barriers to biosimilar adoption.
Viewpoint
Biosimilar Endorsements From Major Medical Advisory Organizations
Read about the benefits of biosimilar growth from major Oncology and Rheumatology advisory bodies.
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Education
Stay up to date on new Medicare HCPCS codes and reimbursement guidance on biosimilars.
Visit the FDA biosimilar website for provider and patient-facing biosimilar resources. Topics include the latest FDA approvals, biosimilar 101 education, regulatory review and approval, interchangeability guidance and more.
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