This can be another incredibly convenient option, as you can get your shot while youre already out running errands
Already in effect (January 1, 2026): Standard PA decisions within 7 calendar days (down from 14) Urgent PA decisions within 72 hours Specific denial reasons required on every denial (not just not medically necessary) Applies to Medicare Advantage, Medicaid managed care, CHIP, and ACA Marketplace plans Coming March 31, 2026: Payers must publicly report PA metrics for calendar year 2025: approval/denial rates, average decision times, and appeals outcomes Providers will be able to compare payer performance for the first time Coming January 1, 2027: FHIR-based Prior Authorization APIs required providers check PA requirements, submit requests, and receive decisions electronically through their EHR Expected to reduce average PA processing time from days to minutes for standard requests Medicare WISeR Model (live in AZ and WA): The Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction pilot launched January 2026 in six states including Arizona and Washington
So, injections are a more direct way to make sure your body gets the B12 it needs, while tablets might not work as efficiently because they have to go through your stomach and intestines first
The involvement of a knowledgeable veterinarian experienced in FIP management is invaluable in guiding the treatment process and making informed decisions regarding the administration of B12 injections and other supportive measures
Conditions that damage the gut lining can prevent B12 absorption from food or oral supplements
