COVID-19 HR Support Hub

Washington University strongly recommends faculty and staff to obtain a booster shot and record it in ReadySet. Booster shots reduce the risk of severe COVID illness, likely reduce the risk of acquiring COVID infection, and prevent the need to quarantine after exposure to COVID. Note: Individuals who have already been approved for a COVID-19 vaccine exemption are not expected to receive a booster or request an additional exemption.

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At-home COVID-19 tests now covered by insurance under new federal requirement

A new federal policy now requires private insurers provide coverage or reimbursement for over-the-counter/at-home COVID-19 tests. Please see information below regarding this new prescription drug benefit:

• At-home COVID-19 tests purchased at participating in-network pharmacies are covered by the Washington University pharmacy benefit. Employees should present their Express Scripts member ID card when checking out at the pharmacy counter so your test automatically rings up at no cost to you.
• If you happen to purchase your test at an out-of-network pharmacy or are accidentally charged, you can submit your receipt for reimbursement up to $12 a test. Please follow the instructions on the Express Scripts Claim Form (PDF) to submit for reimbursement.
• The plan will cover up to eight (8) tests per member, per month. As an example, a household of one covered employee, a spouse, and two covered dependents can purchase up to 32 tests per month. If a test is sold in packaging containing more than one test, each test is counted separately (e.g., one box = 2 tests).

For questions, please contact Express Scripts Customer Services at 1-877-880-1877 or visit the Express Scripts COVID-19 Resource Center.

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Express Scripts COVID-19 medication update

If you are prescribed Pfizer’s Paxlovid or Merck’s molnupiravir, both of which are used to treat COVID-19, it is covered through Express Scripts.

Please note that this coverage is subject to the plans’ normal prescription drug copays/coinsurance provisions. Also, it is anticipated that the supply of these drugs may be limited, so Express Scripts recommends you call your desired pharmacy in advance to ensure supply.