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Specialty Pharmacy is More Than Medication

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides specialized medication for complex, genetic, rare, and chronic health conditions. To make sure all your needs are met, here are some services and support you can expect:

  • 24/7 access to specially-trained pharmacists and staff
  • Help verifying your insurance and exploring benefit options
  • Help finding financial assistance options when available
  • Convenient delivery of medication
  • Refill reminder when you are running low on medication
In 2011 we helped 25,500 patients secure more than $37 million in financial assistance for specialty medications.

We Offer Specialized Support for a Variety of Patient Conditions

Access to Needed Cancer Therapies

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy has the experience for oral cancer medications.

  • We stock a broad range of medications, including drugs that can be difficult to find
  • Our pharmacists and oncology nurses are available to help you understand your medication and monitor potential side effects
  • We help you find financial assistance when available
  • Ongoing follow-up support for your treatment
  • We also help women with cancer obtain fertility preservation treatment. Then they can get the cancer therapy they need with less worry about its effect on their ability to start a family.

Advocacy and Expertise in Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Medications and Therapies

Walgreens recently entered into an alliance with Cystic Fibrosis Services (CFS), a specialty pharmacy that provides medications and treatment support for the cystic fibrosis community. As the only pharmacy directly affiliated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, CFS provides:

  • Immediate access to a broad range of medications, including exclusive CF drugs and therapies.
  • Specialized CF pharmacists trained in helping CF patients with their needs.
  • Patient advocacy with case managers who work with patients on insurance issues and available patient assistance programs.
  • An extensive library of online resources: https://www.cfservicespharmacy.com/Resources

Visit Cystic Fibrosis Services for more information.

Expertise for Your Hep C Treatment

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy has the experience to help see you through your course of Hep C treatment.

  • We work with your insurance company to finalize paperwork before starting treatment
  • We help monitor your response to therapy

Support for HIV/AIDS Patients Nationwide

Walgreens and Duane Reade HIV-specialized pharmacies combine individualized care, a full range of pharmacy services, and the benefits of national resources for the respect and convenience you need.

  • 600 HIV-specialized pharmacies offer face-to-face care for people in the US living with HIV/AIDS
  • We remind you of refill dates and help make it as convenient as possible to stay on treatment
  • We organize all your treatments to be ready at the same time

To find an HIV-specialized pharmacy, HIV testing information, pharmacy chat services, financial assistance, and more, visit  www.HIV.Walgreens.com.

Targeted Therapy When the Time is Right

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides comprehensive fertility services for those hoping to start a family.

  • First Order Review (FOR) Program
    • - Consult with a reproductive nurse to review your first order
    • - Understand reproductive health, your diagnosis, and prescribed medication
    • - Learn about the administration and storage of medication
    • - Discuss any other questions you may have
  • We provide you with free needles and syringes with each prescription
  • We're experts in fertility coverage and benefits
  • You may also be able to save on fertility medications with Walgreens and the New Life Agency. Call 800 424-9002 to speak with an insurance representative who can help with your pharmacy benefits.
  • We also help women with cancer obtain fertility preservation treatment. Then they can get the cancer therapy they need with less worry about its effect on their ability to start a family.
Learn more about Fertility Services

Learn about Fertility Pharmacy Care Card (SM)

(800) 424-9002  Call for consultations with pharmacists and nurses regarding medication orders and questions about administering medication and its proper storage

Specialized Care for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy has MS-trained pharmacists for the most appropriate care.

  • Our care teams help make sure you understand both your condition and your medication
  • We provide the support needed to help you stick with your treatment plan
  • We help monitor for side effects and other complications during treatment

Personal Assistance for Patients Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain

Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy is here help people meet the challenge of living with RA.

  • We work with you from the beginning of treatment
  • We help you handle any potential side effects from your medication
  • We support you in staying with your treatment
  • Anemia/neutropenia
  • Asthma
  • Cancer
  • Crohn's disease
  • Enzyme deficiencies
  • Growth hormone deficiency
  • Hemophilia
  • Hepatitis C
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Immune deficiency/IVG
  • Infertility
  • Macular degeneration
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Psoriasis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
  • Respiratory syncytial virus
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Transplant
  • Urology
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