Drug Card America - Frequently Asked Questions

Drug Card America - Frequently Asked Questions

	How does the Drug Card America Card work?
	Who will benefit from the membership?
	What savings do I get as a member?
	How do I save money?
	When can I start using my benefits?
	How do I locate a participating provider in the network?
	Is the Drug Card America Card an insurance program?
	Is there a maximum use of the benefits?
	Is there a claim form to fill?
	Is there a pre-existing condition exclusion?
	What if I need support?

How does the Drug Card America Card work?

The Drug Card America Card is a non-insurance discount card that provides saving solutions for individuals & Families. Our aim is to minimize your "out-of-pocket" expenses for your prescriptions. This program offers up to 50% savings on prescription drugs. The discount fees are honored at participating pharmacy providers.

Who will benefit from the membership?

Member can use the card for his/her personal benefit or the benefits of his/her spouse, dependent children and any permanent resident in the member's household. There is no cost to join, just print off the card and enter your name and birthdates of family members that wish to save on prescriptions.

What savings do I get as a member?

The savings percentages range up to 50%. Best thing to do is test out the card, you have nothing to lose only to gain.

How do I save money?

When you print off the card you are joining a group of other people that need to save on their prescriptions. We pool everyone together and with the power of numbers negotiate discounts on number volume.

To save, all you have to do is enroll, print and use at a participating pharmacy.

When can I start using my benefits?

You can start to save instantly. Just print off the card, enter your information (name & birthdates, and give to a participating pharmacy. They will enter you in the system as to belonging to the DrugCardAmerica group. You begin to save immediately.

How do I locate a participating provider in the network?

There are two ways to locate participating providers, You can do an online pharmacy lookup (click here) or Call customer service at toll free (888) 299-5383.

Is the Drug Card America Card an insurance program?

No. This is not an insurance program. It is simply a way to obtain substantial savings on all of your prescription needs.

Is there a maximum use of the benefits?

No. Unlike insurance, utilization is encouraged because it directs traffic to participating provider locations. You and your family may use the benefits as many times as needed. There are no limitations on usage.

Is there a claim form to fill?

No. There are no claim forms or other paperwork to file. You receive your discount at the time of service and you must pay the provider the discounted amount in full at the time services are rendered.

Is there a pre-existing condition exclusion?

No. Unlike insurance, discount programs do not require personnel for claims adjudication, nor is there a necessity for cash reserves because there is no risk. In exchange for giving a discount, pharmacies join the network so that we will direct traffic to their business.