There are a few common reasons a prescription might be delayed or rejected at the pharmacy, and most are part of the normal process, not a sign something is wrong with your coverage.

Here’s what might be happening:

  • The pharmacy needs to verify the prescription with your doctor.
  • The medication requires a prior authorization or other clinical review.
  • The pharmacy may be using the wrong billing information (this is rare, but can happen if they don’t recognize your pharmacy benefit manager).
What to do: