What is
PEP?
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Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) has been
available for more than a decade. PEP is an
intervention to prevent HIV infection after a recent
sexual or needle stick exposure. PEP involves
treatment with antiretroviral HIV drugs daily for 28
days.
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Studies suggest that PEP may be up to 80%
effective in preventing an HIV seroconversion if the
antiretroviral drugs are taken correctly with a high
level of adherence. For PEP to be effective,
the prophylaxis must be started as soon as possible
after the exposure, but no more than 72 hours.
What is
PrEP?
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Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
is a daily pill taken by
individuals, who are
HIV-negative, before they
are potentially exposed to
HIV. PrEP has been shown to
reduce the risk of HIV infection by up to 99% when
taken consistently.
Is PrEP Affordable for my Patient?
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PrEP is covered by health
insurance plans including Medi-Cal and Medicare.
If your patient is on either of these health
insurance plans, the prescription will not require
pre-authorization. The majority of private
health insurance plans include PrEP in their
formulary, although costs to the patient will vary
by plan and insurance provider.
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Patient
assistance programs are available to patients on
private health insurance plans which can assist with
co-pay and deductibles.
Are You
Providing PEP and/or PrEP in your Clinic or Practice?
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Public Health, DHSP is
identifying providers who are already providing
post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and/or pre-exposure
prophylaxis (PrEP) services that are willing to be
listed in the Los Angeles County PEP/PrEP
Provider Directory. If you
provide PEP
and/or PrEP services and want to be listed in the
Los Angeles County PEP/PrEP Provider
Directory please fill out this form:
PEP and PrEP Provider Listing Request
Where can I Receive more Guidance on Services
Related to PrEP/PEP?
Are you interested in
providing PEP and/or PrEP at your practice but need
training or technical assistance to do so?
Are you Providing PEP and/or PrEP in your Clinic?
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Public Health, DHSP is identifying providers
who are already providing post-exposure
prophylaxis (PEP) and/or pre-exposure
prophylaxis (PrEP) services that are willing
to be listed in the Los Angeles County
PEP/PrEP Provider Directory. If
you provide PEP and/or PrEP services and
want to be listed in the Los Angeles
County PEP/PrEP Provider Directory please
fill out this form:
PEP and PrEP Providing Listing Request.
