Dispense as Written (DAW) Documentation

HMSA accepts the following as adequate documentation of submitting DAW 1 (Brand medically necessary, do not substitute) or DAW 2 (Patient requested brand) codes:

  • Written documentation on applicable hard-copy prescriptions
  • Electronic documentation for DAW1 or DAW 2 codes that is maintained within the member’s pharmacy profile

Revision History

Date Nature of Revision
08/03/2026

Migrated to new platform.