The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) has issued an advisory recommending an additional measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine for at-risk individuals.
Generic drug versions may be introduced after the patent for the brand-name drug expires, which is usually 20 years.
You can view your current drug claim information by visiting My Account on hmsa.com.
When a patent expires for a brand drug, the FDA can grant a period of exclusivity to one company to make the generic form of the drug.
You can use the Find a Doctor tool to find an HMSA participating pharmacy, too. Find out how it works.
Do you have a question about the side effects of a drug you’re taking? Call HMSA Customer Relations and we’ll put you in touch with a pharmacist.
You can print the Prescription Reimbursement Claim Form from My Account on hmsa.com. You can also request copies by mail or in person.
Learn the difference between the drug categories and which can save you the most.
HMSA will coordinate with your other drug plans, if you have any, to see how much of the cost you have to pay.
Generic drugs are safe, effective, and have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if generic drugs will work for you.