How to Find a Doctor Who Can Prescribe NovoEight Near You [2026 Guide]

NovoEight (turoctocog alfa) is a prescription-only specialty biologic. By FDA labeling, treatment should be started by a healthcare provider experienced in the care of patients with hemophilia A. For most patients, this means a hematologist or a provider at a federally designated Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC).

Finding the right provider is the first step in getting consistent, well-managed care — and it directly determines how smoothly you'll be able to access your NovoEight prescription.

Who Can Prescribe NovoEight?

NovoEight is not a controlled substance, so there are no DEA scheduling restrictions on who can write the prescription. Any licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant with prescribing authority can technically write a NovoEight prescription. However, the FDA recommends that treatment be initiated and managed by providers experienced in hemophilia care.

Provider types commonly involved in NovoEight prescribing:

Hematologists: The primary specialists for hemophilia A. Hematologists diagnose and manage clotting disorders and typically lead long-term NovoEight treatment decisions.

Pediatric hematologists: For children with hemophilia A, a pediatric hematologist is the standard of care. Most pediatric hemophilia care is coordinated through HTCs.

HTC physicians and nurses: Hemophilia Treatment Center providers are the most experienced in factor therapy management and are the best source for comprehensive hemophilia care.

Primary care physicians (PCPs): May manage ongoing prescriptions for stable, diagnosed patients in coordination with an HTC hematologist. PCPs typically do not initiate hemophilia treatment.

Nurse practitioners and PAs: Many HTCs and hematology practices have NPs and PAs who manage follow-up care and can prescribe NovoEight refills under physician supervision.

The Best Starting Point: Your Nearest Hemophilia Treatment Center

The single best resource for hemophilia A care in the United States is the network of federally funded Hemophilia Treatment Centers. There are more than 140 HTCs across the US, funded by the CDC through the Division of Blood Disorders. HTCs provide:

Expert hematologist prescribers for factor replacement therapies

Dedicated nurses trained in hemophilia management and infusion technique

Social workers and patient navigators for insurance and pharmacy coordination

Affiliated specialty pharmacies in-network with most major insurers

Physical therapy, dental care coordination, and orthopedic consultation

To find an HTC near you: Visit bleeding.org and use the HTC Locator tool. You can search by state or zip code. Registration at an HTC is free and does not require a specific insurance plan.

How to Find a Private Hematologist Near You

If you prefer to see a private hematologist outside of an HTC, here's how to find one:

Use your insurance carrier's provider directory and filter by specialty: Hematology/Oncology or Hematologist

Ask your HTC for a referral to a local hematologist for between-visit care

Check the American Society of Hematology (ASH) physician finder at hematology.org

Can I Get a NovoEight Prescription Through Telehealth?

Yes, in many cases. Telehealth has expanded significantly in hematology care since 2020. Many HTCs and hematology practices now offer telehealth visits for:

Ongoing prescription refills for stable, established patients

Follow-up consultations between annual in-person HTC visits

Discussion of dosing adjustments, treatment switches, or new symptom reviews

However, initial diagnosis and treatment initiation for hemophilia A should be done in person, with access to coagulation laboratory testing and physical examination. Annual in-person visits to an HTC are still the clinical standard for inhibitor monitoring, joint assessment, and comprehensive care.

Getting Your First NovoEight Prescription Filled

Once you have a prescription, your provider or HTC social worker will typically send it directly to a specialty pharmacy. If you run into any pharmacy access issues, medfinder can help you check which pharmacies near you can fill your prescription.

Don't forget to enroll in available savings programs before your first fill: How to Save Money on NovoEight in 2026.