Pharmacy benefits

Alliance drug formularies

AmeriHealth Caritas DC has a preferred drug list (drug formulary).

All medicines not on the drug formulary list need prior authorization (prior approval) or they may not be covered. You will receive a copy of the drug formulary every year. You will also be notified when any updates affect you.

Prior authorization criteria (PDF)

Get to know your pharmacist - every day matters.

Pharmacists are medicine experts. They play an important role in the health of you and your family. When you know your pharmacist, it affects your health more than you think. Find out more about why you need to know your pharmacist.

Understand your medicines

There are a lot of medicines doctors can prescribe for their patients. Each medicine works differently. It can be hard to understand what you are taking, how many times you have to take it, and why. Learn more about why you need to understand your medicines.