Be aware that Cost Plus Drug is also heavy on marketing. The few times I’ve checked it was not actually the cheapest cash-pay option.
They have cleverly, although transparently, applied the fee model to prescriptions. You see one price on their page, but when you get to checkout the total price inclusive of everything might be more expensive than your local Walmart.
Their marketing is incredibly effective, though. I can’t believe how many people think Cost Plus must be the cheapest option who are then shocked to discover the same prescription is $4 at their local Walmart.
I use Amazon Pharmacy and it’s been an amazing experience. I get my drugs auto refilled, insurance is recognized and delivery is fast.
I haven’t filled a prescription in a brick and mortar pharmacy for a long time. Only limitations of online pharmacies are no consults, no vaccinations and no controlled substances.
I still go to a Safeway pharmacy for my shots. Even with an appointment I have to wait 30 mins or mlre because the staff are slammed. Pharmacist friends tell me it’s not a great time to be a pharmacist because of the shortage of techs.
I tell folks that if they can move their prescription online, they should. Not only will it save you the hassle, it’ll take the pressure off brick and mortars and actually help them improve in-person service for those who need it.
darknavi|1 year ago
Aurornis|1 year ago
They have cleverly, although transparently, applied the fee model to prescriptions. You see one price on their page, but when you get to checkout the total price inclusive of everything might be more expensive than your local Walmart.
Their marketing is incredibly effective, though. I can’t believe how many people think Cost Plus must be the cheapest option who are then shocked to discover the same prescription is $4 at their local Walmart.
wenc|1 year ago
I haven’t filled a prescription in a brick and mortar pharmacy for a long time. Only limitations of online pharmacies are no consults, no vaccinations and no controlled substances.
I still go to a Safeway pharmacy for my shots. Even with an appointment I have to wait 30 mins or mlre because the staff are slammed. Pharmacist friends tell me it’s not a great time to be a pharmacist because of the shortage of techs.
I tell folks that if they can move their prescription online, they should. Not only will it save you the hassle, it’ll take the pressure off brick and mortars and actually help them improve in-person service for those who need it.
facialwipe|1 year ago
Oddly enough, their non-insurance/Prime price is more affordable than my Bronze-level insurance plan.