Your doctor can primarily send a prescription to CVS Caremark electronically, which is the most common and efficient method for eligible prescriptions.
Electronic Prescribing
Electronic prescribing (e-prescribing) allows your doctor to send your prescription directly and securely to CVS Caremark. This method helps reduce errors, saves time, and ensures a quicker process for you to get your medications. When discussing your prescription with your doctor, you can simply ask them to send it electronically to CVS Caremark.
Mail Service Prescriptions
For certain medications or for convenience, CVS Caremark also offers mail service. While your doctor will generate the initial prescription, getting it to CVS Caremark for mail service often involves a few steps that you, as the patient, might need to facilitate.
Here are ways prescriptions can be sent or arranged for CVS Caremark mail service:
- Electronic Submission: Even for mail service, your doctor can send eligible prescriptions electronically directly to CVS Caremark's mail order pharmacy. This is often the preferred and fastest method.
- Phone Setup: You can call CVS Caremark to set up mail service and discuss how your doctor's prescription can be processed. This is useful for getting started or for refills.
- Mail-In Orders: If you have a physical prescription from your doctor, you can complete a mail-order form, fill it out, and mail it along with your prescription to CVS Caremark.
- Fax Orders: Your doctor's office or you (if you have the necessary forms and a valid prescription) can fax the order form and prescription directly to CVS Caremark.
| Method | Action | Contact/Submission Information |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic | Doctor sends prescription directly | (Managed by your doctor's office) |
| Mail Service Call | Patient calls to set up mail service | (866) 346-7200 (TTY: 711) |
| Mail Order Form | Patient mails form & prescription | (Address specified on mail order form) |
| Fax Order Form | Patient/Doctor faxes form & prescription | (800) 378-0323 |
To ensure a smooth process for your mail service prescriptions:
- Confirm Eligibility: Always confirm with your doctor that your prescription is eligible for electronic submission to CVS Caremark or for mail service.
- Plan Ahead: For mail service, remember to order refills in advance (typically 7-10 days before you run out) to ensure you don't miss any doses.
By utilizing these methods, you can ensure your prescriptions are accurately and efficiently sent to CVS Caremark for your convenience.
