Superior Officers Council City of New York Police Department

Active Member Prescription Benefit

Benefit Summary

Prescription Cards

Upon notification of member's promotion to lieutenant, the SOC issues a prescription card for member, spouse and/or each dependent child. If a prescription card is lost, a request for a new card must be made in writing via mail or fax: 212-406-3105.

Mail-order Maintenance Prescriptions

The member has no co-payment for maintenance drugs secured through the Central Fill Mail Order. Prescriptions are filled through this service in 6 month supplies and mailed in three month increments. The prescription must indicate a 3 month supply with one refill. If the member opts for brand over generic, he/she will be charged the difference in price.

PICA Drug Coverage

Effective July 1, 2005, injectables and chemotherapy medications will continue to be covered through the PICA program and be administered by NPA. Psychotropic and Asthma medication will no longer be available through the PICA program. These medications can be obtained through the SOC prescription program. To contact NPA call: 800-467-2006

Exclusions

Certain medications are not covered by the SOC prescription plan including, but not limited to:

For more specific information about prescription coverage exclusions, please call: 800-839-8442.