TRICARE Assists Flood Victims

Military families in seven states affected by recent severe flooding can use Express Scripts, Inc., the TRICARE pharmacy contractor, to obtain early refills of prescriptions. TRICARE, which manages health care networks for current and retired service members and their families, announced the authorization July 8. The early refills are available only to eligible persons in Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Iowa, and Indiana who have been directly affected by the floods. To find participating pharmacies, call Express Scripts at (866) 363-8779.