How do you call a prescription to a pharmacy?

Important Information When Calling In a Prescription

1. Patients name – including middle names.
2. Patients Date of Birth.
3. Active phone number of the patient.
4. Current and active home address.
5. Drug/Medication name.
6. Drug strength.
7. Drug dosage.
8. Direction for use (dose and frequency of administering)

How does a doctor send a prescription?

Your doctor prescribes a medicine for you at the doctor’s office by either writing a handwritten prescription or sending it electronically to your pharmacy. You get the medicine your doctor prescribed by making the co-payment outlined in your insurance plan.

Can a doctor call in a prescription for themselves?

Under federal law, physicians in the United States are not prohibited from self-prescribing medications. State laws governing physicians, however, vary greatly, and some may prohibit physicians from prescribing, dispensing, or administering certain medications to themselves or family members.

How do I call a prescription to Express Scripts?

For help with your prescription benefit or prescriptions filled through the Express Scripts Pharmacy, call Patient Customer Service at the number on your prescription ID card or call 800.282. 2881.

Does the pharmacy call your doctor?

More often than not, pharmacies will NOT call your doctor unless there is a question or concern about your original prescription or refill. While a call to your doctor may be needed to clear up any issues, it is an extra step that your pharmacist takes and can lead to delays in filling your prescription.

How do I send a prescription to Express Scripts electronically?

Just create a free and secure account at CoverMyMeds.com….What’s Electronic Prescribe (E-Prescribe)?

1. Ask your doctor to e-prescribe for a safer and faster prescription process.
2. Tell them which pharmacy you want to use.
3. When you pick up your medication, let your pharmacist know your doctor sent your order electronically.

How long does it take Express Scripts to process a prescription?

We usually process orders within 48 hours after we get them. Your medicine should be delivered in about 8 days (10-14 days if it’s a new prescription). Please make sure you have a 1-month supply of your medicine on hand when you place your order. You can check your order status any time at the Express Scripts website.