Control Number: 81-53

Subject: Copayment on Prescription Drugs and Refills

References: Amended 1950 & 1974 Benefit Plans & Trusts,
Article III, Sections A (4) and A (8) (b)

Question:

Is each refill of an initial prescription subject to copayment?

Answer:

Yes, both initial prescriptions and refills are subject to copayment. For purposes of the copayment provision, a prescription is deemed to be each 30 days’ supply or fraction thereof.