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Prescription Drug Plan

The Ohio State Prescription Drug Program can help cover a portion of the costs of your prescription medication. You can purchase your prescriptions at a network pharmacy or through the mail.

If you are unsure whether or not you are eligible for this benefit, go to Benefit Eligibility.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

FAQ-Prescription Drug Vendor Change
f Express Scripts Pricing Tool (Compare Prescription Costs - Mail vs. Retail)
Prescription Drug Reimbursement Form
Prescription Drug Home Delivery Form
OSU-Approved Prescription Drug Formulary (PDF)
Generic Alternatives List

List of Medications Requiring Prior Authorization (PDF)
List of Controlled Substances needing a new prescription for 2008

List of Compound Medications needing a new prescription for 2008

SPECIALTY MEDICATION INFORMATION

List of Specialty Medications (PDF)

Specialty Medications GuideSpecialty Medication Cost Assistance Guide

VALUE-BASED PLAN DESIGN INFORMATION
Beginning in 2008 faculty, staff, and their dependents actively participating in ongoing calls with a CareAllies Care Coordinator for management of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes and heart disease (Coronary Artery Disease or Congestive Heart Failure) are eligible for the new Value Based Prescription Drug Plan Design in 2008.

Specialty Medications GuideValue Based Prescription Drug Plan Design Benefit Guide

PRESCRIPTION DRUG COMMUNICATIONS

Rx MailerNew Generics Mailer, April 2008

Rx MailerPrescription Drug Mailer, February 2008

ESI NewsletterExpress Scripts Newsletter, December 2007




Are my dependents, spouse, or partner eligible for this benefit?

Eligibility for Prescription Drug Program coverage is based upon enrollment in a university Medical Plan. Refer to Medical Plan eligibility for details.
 

How/when can I sign up?

You and your eligible dependents automatically receive Prescription Drug Program coverage upon enrollment in one of the university's Medical Plans.
 

Will this affect my taxes?

Some of your out-of-pocket pharmacy expenses may be eligible for reimbursement pre-tax through the Health Care Flexible Spending Account.
 

When can I change my benefit elections?

Eligible employees may change their medical plan elections upon hire into a benefit-eligible position, during Open Enrollment, or if a qualifying status change occurs.

 

Medical card Image. Click here to get larger image.Will I receive a prescription plan card?

Your medical/prescription drug identification card lists the prescription drug plan information on the lower right hand side of the card. This is the card you will use at your pharmacy.
 

 

 

 

Who do I contact regarding claims?

For a directory of network pharmacies, i information on home delivery, and more, visit Express Scripts
 

What would cause this benefit coverage to end?

This benefit ends when medical coverage terminates.
 

What happens to this benefit when I leave OSU?

Benefit coverage ends when medical coverage ends. If medical coverage is continued through COBRA, then employees and their dependents will have prescription drug coverage continued. Retirees may have health benefits through their retirement plans.

 

Who do I call for more information about this benefit?

Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center (enrollment and eligibility verification, forms, plan booklets)

Express Scripts

Managed Health Care Systems, Inc. (prior authorization, OSU MHCS Formulary Drug list, precertification of hospitalization)

 

Will my privacy be protected?

View the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices for more information on how your personal information is protected.

 

Publications and Forms

Find Benefit publications on the "Publications" page and related forms on the "Forms" Web page.

 

This information is intended to be a summary of plan provisions. For additional information, refer to plan booklets available online and through the Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center.

 
 
Life Events
The Life Event Web site provides you with information to consider when major life changes like retirement, marriage, or termination of employment occur. Each page lists your options, tells you who to consult with questions, links you to forms and publications, describes how to make changes to your benefits, and more.

 
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