Just in time for open enrollment, the retailer is a preferred pharmacy in many 2018 Medicare Part D plans
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Medicare Part D members can now turn to Kmart Pharmacy as their 2018 preferred provider for pharmaceutical needs and receive substantial savings in their copays. That includes copays as low as $1 when they fill their prescriptions through a preferred network pharmacy such as Kmart Pharmacy.
Members with Medicare Part D are encouraged to enroll in Kmart’s free Pharmacy Rewards program. In addition to preferred pricing, Shop Your Way members who join Pharmacy Rewards can get $5 FREECASH in points every time five prescriptions are filled. Members also receive the benefit of a team of expert pharmacists who provide personalized care and trusted advice for their healthcare needs.
Kmart Pharmacy was recognized by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)* as the national leader in drugstore customer satisfaction. In addition to offering advice on prescription coverage and over the counter medications, Kmart pharmacists also utilize helpful tools like eHealth and the Medicare.gov Plan Finder for Medicare Members to help members assess their Part D coverage and enroll in plans.
“Kmart Pharmacy prides itself on offering low-cost copays and extra savings to Medicare-eligible Americans,” said Mike Seesholtz, Head of Kmart Pharmacy. “We remain focused on the overall health and well-being of our members, and strive to give them access to the best discounted prescriptions, an exceptional team of pharmacists, and other health-related benefits to ensure they receive the best quality of care.”
Members can use their Pharmacy Rewards to shop for non-pharmacy merchandise at Kmart and Sears, in-store and online. Some exclusions may apply**. Ask a Kmart pharmacist to assist with signing up, or go online to kmartpharmacy.com/rewards. Complete details are also available on the website.
Kmart Pharmacies are in the preferred retail pharmacy network for 2018 Medicare Part D plans available nationwide and in Puerto Rico.***
With a Medicare Part D plan, members can receive coverage for any commercially available vaccine at Kmart including shingles (herpes zoster) and pneumonia. A Kmart Pharmacist can also suggest immunizations that are appropriate based on a free immunization screening.
Open enrollment for Medicare Part D began Oct. 15 and ends Dec. 7. For more information or to find a Kmart Pharmacy near you visit kmartpharmacy.com. To learn more about Medicare Part D or to help you select a plan that’s best for you based on your current prescriptions, visit medicare.gov.
To find a location near you or more information about Kmart Pharmacy, call 1-800-866-0086 or visit kmartpharmacy.com.
About Kmart
Kmart is making shopping fun again. The retailer, a subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is bringing back the iconic Bluelight Specials, hosting Freebie Saturdays and in-store family events for its Shop Your Way® members and customers. Kmart offers customers thrilling deals and amazing finds on quality products and exclusive brands including Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Smart Sense.
*2016 Health and Personal Care Study
**Subject to SYW Pharmacy Rewards program terms and conditions. Points are valid for two weeks once received on the purchase of non-pharmacy merchandise. The maximum number of SYW points a Pharmacy Rewards member may earn is limited to $15 (15,000 points) for an individual transaction, or $75 (75,000 points) annually per member. Offer not valid in LA for controlled substance prescriptions or in AR, NJ, NY, Guam and the Virgin Islands. By accepting Shop Your Way® member benefits and offers, you agree to the Shop Your Way® terms and conditions, available at www.shopyourway.com/terms.
***See a Kmart Pharmacy for details. Some plans may use a limited pharmacy network that does not include Kmart. Kmart pharmacy accepts most Medicare Part D plans and is preferred in many of the top Medicare Part D plans. See your local Kmart pharmacist to learn in which Medicare Part D plans your Kmart Pharmacy participates as a preferred provider. Your cost for some drugs may be less at pharmacies where Kmart does not participate as a preferred provider. Not all Kmart locations have pharmacies. To find the location nearest you visit kmartpharmacy.com.
All Medicare plans comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, free language assistance services are available. Visit the plan’s website or call them directly for more information. ATENCIÓN: Si habla un idioma que no sea inglés, están disponibles servicios gratuitos de asistencia con idiomas. Visite el sitio web del plan o llámeles directamente para obtener más información. 請注意：如果您說英語以外的其他語言，您可以獲得免費的語言協助服務。請造訪計劃網站，或直接致電給他們以查詢詳情。
Media Contacts:
Larry Costello– Kmart
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(847) 286-9036
Kelly Evans
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SOURCE: Kmart