Prescriptions are essential to many people’s well-being. However, without insurance coverage, they can be extremely expensive, which is why it’s important to check if they’re covered by your plan. The staff at Anderson Pharmacy in Denver, PA, understand that it can be difficult to figure it out on your own. Here, they share what you should know if you’ve recently purchased a new insurance plan or have a new prescription.

Does My Insurance Plan Cover My Prescriptions?

Most insurance carriers cover a majority of prescriptions, especially generics, but the degree of coverage depends on the size of your plan, as well as how expensive the drug is. Cheaper plans rarely offer prescription coverage until a deductible is met, which is often high. More costly plans, however, cover more medications either partially or completely. You can find out if your prescriptions are covered by logging into your carrier’s patient portal or calling them directly to have a representative check their system. Make sure you have the name of the drug and the dosage information, as this information can change what degree of coverage you may receive.

Who Else Can Help?

If you’ve been taking a prescription for a while and have simply changed insurance plans, you can also speak with a pharmacist for assistance. They often deal with insurance companies directly and can speak with a representative or tell you if the pharmacy is in their network. Likewise, an assistant at the prescribing physician’s office may also be able to help, as well as their patient advocate services.

It’s important to ensure your prescriptions are covered, and the staff at Anderson Pharmacy can help. Located at 2590 N Reading Rd, Denver, PA, 17517, they offer a variety of health care services to customers and can advise on what direction to take with prescription coverage. Call (717) 484-2649 today to speak with a member of the pharmacy staff and visit their website and Facebook page to learn about their diabetes management services.