Step therapy is all about taking one “step” at a time when determining which treatment or medicine works best for you. Blue KC may recommend that you first try medicine A based on the latest medical literature and research. If medicine A doesn’t work as expected, then you can try medicine B, then medicine C, if necessary. This works similarly for treatments where we may require physical therapy before moving forward with a surgical procedure, for example. Step therapy helps you avoid spending money on more expensive care when a proven, more cost-effective alternative exists.