Caremark prescription refills mail service

Caremark is a pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) that offers a mail service prescription refill program for its members. Here's an overview of the program:

How it works:

  1. Eligible members can enroll in the mail service program by contacting Caremark or their employer's benefits administrator.
  2. Members can request a refill of their prescription by phone, online, or through the Caremark mobile app.
  3. Caremark will verify the prescription and send the medication to the member's home via mail.
  4. The member will receive a package with their medication, along with any necessary instructions or information.

Benefits:

  1. Convenience: Members can receive their prescriptions at home, without having to visit a pharmacy.
  2. Cost savings: Mail service prescriptions may be less expensive than filling prescriptions at a retail pharmacy.
  3. Increased accessibility: Members with mobility issues or those living in rural areas may find it easier to receive their prescriptions through the mail.
  4. Reduced wait times: Mail service prescriptions are typically filled and shipped within 3-5 business days, reducing wait times compared to retail pharmacies.

Eligibility:

  1. Members must be enrolled in a Caremark prescription plan and have a valid prescription.
  2. Some medications may not be eligible for mail service, such as controlled substances or medications that require immediate use.
  3. Members may need to meet certain copayment or coinsurance requirements to participate in the mail service program.

Fees and costs:

  1. Copayment or coinsurance: Members may need to pay a copayment or coinsurance for each prescription filled through the mail service program.
  2. Shipping fees: Caremark may charge a small shipping fee for each package.
  3. Handling fees: Caremark may charge a handling fee for each prescription filled through the mail service program.

Contact information:

To enroll in the Caremark mail service prescription refill program or for more information, members can:

  1. Call Caremark's customer service number: 1-800-216-4056
  2. Visit the Caremark website: www.caremark.com
  3. Contact their employer's benefits administrator or HR department.

Please note that specific details and requirements may vary depending on the member's plan and location.