Pharmacy
UofL has one pharmacy benefit for people who take UofL health coverage. It is managed by Express Scripts. Under the pharmacy benefit, you pay a flat copayment for generic prescriptions and a percentage of the cost of the prescription, with a minimum and maximum copayment, for brand prescriptions.
What do I need to do during Open Enrollment?
Do nothing. You are automatically enrolled if you have UofL health coverage.
Importand Notice About Filling Your Prescription Drugs at Walgreens In 2012
Walgreens has publicly announced their stores will stop participating in the Express Scripts pharmacy network effective January 1, 2012. Please be assured, Express Scripts is very committed to keeping your prescription drugs affordable and accessible.
FAQs
Is Walgreens still in my network through the end of this year?
Yes. Walgreens is still a participating pharmacy in your network through the end of 2011; however Walgreens will be out of your network beginning January 1, 2012.
How can I find another pharmacy in my network?
On average, there is another network pharmacy within one-half mile of a Walgreens pharmacy. Our Pharmacy Locator tool at Express-Scripts.com can provide other in-network options.
Can I get my prescription filled at a nonparticipating pharmacy?
If you use a nonparticipating pharmacy, you will pay the full price for your prescription. You can submit your receipt for reimbursement through Express Scripts via this Reimbursement Form. You will be reimbursed the network reimbursement rates.
What should I do if I need a 24-hour pharmacy?
There are other convenient 24-hour pharmacy choices, often just down the street in the same neighborhood as Walgreens. Our Pharmacy Locator tool at Express-Scripts.com can provide other in-network options that provide 24-hour service. If there is an emergency requiring 24-hour access and no other pharmacy in your area offers this service, your plan may allow you to use a Walgreens pharmacy, pay full price for your prescription, and then submit the claim for reimbursement.
List of 24 Hour Pharmacy Locations in Kentucky and Indiana PDF
Return to TopTips for cutting pharmacy costs
Need help finding ways to cut your pharmacy costs? Try these:
- Express Scripts Preview Tool.
- You may use Express Scripts mail-order pharmacy for your regular medications. You will receive a three-month supply of your medication for approximately two co-payments, and your medicine is delivered to your home. To use the service, go online for step-by-step instructions.
Nice to Know
Express Scripts has 24-hour customer service and online medication information.
Pharmacy Benefit Cost Summary
Retail (30-Day Supply)
|
Type |
You pay | Minimum & Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Generic | $8 | |
| Generic - Cardinal Care participants | $5 | |
| Formulary* Brand Formulary* Brand - Cardinal Care Participants |
25% 20% |
$30.00 minimum and $60.00 maximum $30.00 minimum and $50.00 maximum |
| Non-Formulary Brand Non-Formulary Brand - Cardinal Care Participants |
40% 40% |
$50.00 minimum and $100.00 maximum $50.00 minimum and $100.00 maximum |
Mail-Order Pharmacy (90-Day Supply)
|
Type |
You pay | Minimum & Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Generic | $16 | |
| Generic - Cardinal Care participants | $7.50 | |
| Formulary* Brand Formulary* Brand - Cardinal Care Participants |
15% |
$60.00 minimum and $120.00 maximum 1 1/2 months co-pay cost |
| Non-Formulary Brand | 35% | $100.00 minimum and $200.00 maximum |
*The Express Scripts’ formulary for UofL is online at www.express-scripts.com for registered users or at https://member.express-scripts.com/preview/louisville2012 for new members.
ID Cards
You will receive new ID cards only if you add or change health plan coverage selections for 2012.
Use: Present when filling prescriptions at a pharmacy.
Receipt Date: Late December.
