The state’s prescription drug coverage provides free tobacco quit aids to members who want to stop using tobacco products.
The following quit aids are FREE under the pharmacy benefit:
• Chantix and its generic, Varenicline
• Bupropion (generic Zyban)
• Over-the-counter generic nicotine replacement products, including gum, patches and lozenges
• Nicotrol oral and nasal inhalers
Members may receive up to two, 12-week courses of treatment per calendar year (up to 168 days of treatment) with no lifetime maximum.
For members to obtain over-the-counter products at no cost, a prescription from their doctor is required.
Quit aid prescriptions for 30-day supplies can be filled at participating network pharmacies, while 90-day supplies can be obtained at participating 90-day retail pharmacies or through Caremark mail order.
To find a pharmacy near you, call Caremark at 877.522.8679 or log on to info.caremark.com/stateoftn.