Medication Packaging & Types
Each dose of medication is sealed in a medication strip package with a detailed label that includes your child's name, date of birth, medications enclosed, date and time to be administered, and any special instructions. The camp staff simply tears open the perforated packet and hands your child his medications. Please note that only medications in pill form can be included in the dose strip. Other medications, such as inhalers, creams, and liquids, are dispensed and labeled separately and shipped to camp with your child’s other medications
Yes. When you register you provide us with detailed information regarding over the counter medications, including dose and time of administration. Our pharmacy will package these with any prescription medications dosed at the same time of day.
Yes, if your child’s prescription is written that way.
Yes. We package “as needed” medications separately and send them labeled with directions for administration. Please note that most camps stock a supply of as-needed medications. As a result, if you simply want your child to have access to basic medications in the rare case of a headache or stomachache, it is likely that you can avoid using our service altogether. Be sure to check with your camp.
We can provide injectables, such as growth hormone and insulin. All pharmaceutical products that must be kept cold until opened, like insulin, will be shipped Next Day Air in cold packs and insulated envelopes. Extra shipping charges may apply.
Unless the physician specifies “Do Not Substitute” or “Brand Only” our pharmacy will dispense the generic. Many insurance plans will only pay for a generic. If you do not want a generic, we ask that you notify your physician in advance. For OTC medications, our pharmacy will provide generics unless you specify otherwise.
Prescriptions and Refills
The physician can write most prescriptions with refills. For controlled substances, however, an additional 30-day prescription will be required. We have created a downloadable letter that explains the process to physicians (please follow the link from the Medication Order page). Please make sure that all prescriptions for your child’s stay are sent to us at the same time in order to avoid confusion.
We always package a month’s worth of medication, unless the prescription is written for less than a 30 day supply. Any unused medications will be returned to you on the last day of camp. You may use the extra medication at home, on vacation, or even at another camp.
It depends on your insurance plan. If your insurer will allow a vacation override for an extra month supply of medications, all medications will be sent at one time. If not, we will arrange to have the medications refilled and shipped to camp at the appropriate time.
Almost every insurer has a provision called a vacation override for just this situation. A vacation override allows our pharmacy to input a vacation override code which allows your child’s medication to be filled before the old prescription has run out. Simply ask your child’s doctor to write a new prescription to cover the camp session and we will work with your insurer to get the vacation override code.
Almost every insurer has a provision called a vacation override for just this situation. A vacation override allows our pharmacy to input a vacation override code which allows your child’s medication to be filled before the old prescription has run out. If you insurance company does not allow a vacation override, the medication will arrive before camp begins and your insurance will not be billed until the refill date. Our billing may be delayed if you refilled shortly before camp. Please be aware that copay charges to your credit card may not appear until after your child returns from camp.
Go ahead and have the prescription filled. Almost every insurer has a provision called a vacation override for just this situation. A vacation override allows our pharmacy to input a vacation override code which allows your child’s medication to be filled before the old prescription has run out. . If you insurance company does not allow a vacation override, the medication will arrive before camp begins and your insurance will not be billed until the refill date. Our billing may be delayed if you refilled shortly before camp. Please be aware that copay charges to your credit card may not appear until after your child returns from camp.
Most likely. Our pharmacy, DirectRx, participates with many 90 day prescription plans; if you would like a 90 day supply filled please contact CampRx at our toll free number 1-877-302-3881.
You will provide us with up to three original prescriptions for any controlled medications (depending on how long your child will be at camp). We have created a downloadable letter that explains the process to physicians (please follow the link from the Medication Order page). Our pharmacy will keep the prescriptions on file and refill them as needed.
Fees
To package all of your campers’ medications into customized dosage packets, our packaging fees are as follows:
$15 for campers with over the counter medications only
$30 for campers at camp sessions up to 1 month
$40 for campers at camp for longer than 1 month
These charges are in addition to your child’s prescription copays and/or cost of your child’s over the counter medications.
$15 for campers with over the counter medications only
$30 for campers at camp sessions up to 1 month
$40 for campers at camp for longer than 1 month
These charges are in addition to your child’s prescription copays and/or cost of your child’s over the counter medications.
Payment is not due until your order is complete. After we have received your child’s prescriptions and your insurance information we will determine your pharmacy charge (typically representing any applicable insurance co-pays and the cost of over-the-counter medications) and add that to your CampRx fee. Your credit card will be charged once your order is complete and an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with a breakdown of charges.
You will see a charge from GabeCare DirectRx for your CampRx fee, plus over the counter/prescription medication co-pays and costs from our pharmacy provider, DirectRx.
Almost certainly. Our pharmacy has contracted with all major and most minor prescription carriers to meet your needs. If your insurer will not provide reimbursement for medications ordered through CampRx we will notify your child’s camp and advise them to allow you to opt out of our program. If you choose to still use CampRx we can provide you an itemized receipt which you can then submit to your insurer for reimbursement. You can also choose to pay cash for your child’s medications.
How to use CampRx
Yes. Simply download the Medication Order packet for Campers under the parent link and mail it to CampRx or start the registration process online. Be sure to let us know that your child's camp does not participate with CampRx and whether you would like us to ship your child’s medications to camp or to your home before camp starts if you prefer.
Orders are taken by filling out the Medication Order Packet for campers and mailing it to CampRx or you may begin the registration process online. If you have any questions, please call us toll free at 1-877-302-3881.
We have toll-free number for parents and camps. We also have a Doctor of Pharmacy on staff to answer any medication questions.
Completely. Our pharmacy is DirectRx of Troy, Michigan, one of the largest direct-mail pharmacies in the country. It is a major provider of medications to all types of health care facilities for the past 20 years.
You may call us toll free at 877-302-3881 or email us at info@camprx.com
Deadlines
All orders must be submitted with all information, including presciptions 30 days in advance to your child’s camp session date. We recommend that you submit your order 60 days before the start of the camp session.
There is a$10 to $20 late fee added to your total charges and may or may not include additional shipping fees.
We will notify you as soon as we know your order cannot arrive by the first day of camp. In that case, we will advise you to send your child to camp with enough medication to last until our shipment arrives. We will also notify the camp health staff of the situation.
We will work with you to handle late medication changes. You may be required to send additional medications to camp as a back up and additional shipping charges may be applied.
How to use CampRx
No. You can choose to make it optional. If you’re uncertain about requiring CampRx at your camp, we suggest a pilot program for one session or for a limited number of campers. Once you and your camp’s families have experienced CampRx, we’re confident you’ll choose to make it mandatory.
You may sign up on our website by visiting the camp section or by phone.
While that is ultimately your decision, we have some strong suggestions based on our years of experience. We have found that how CampRx is presented to parents makes a tremendous difference. We have a full-color brochure that introduces our service to parents and we have sample letters to parents explaining CampRx. We suggest sending the brochure and your own cover letter to families that have registered campers and placing a link to camprx.com on your web site.
Parents can order by filling out the Medication Order Packet for campers and mailing it to CampRx or begin the registration process online. If parents have any questions, they can call us toll free at 1-877-302-3881.
Our packaging is portable; tear proof, and waterproof, making it ideal for overnights away from camp. Your staff can simply tear off the number of doses needed for each camper and tuck them in a backpack. They can retain the empty dose packets as a record that medications were administered.
Yes. We can supply Medication Administration Record (MAR) for all campers utilizing CampRx. A MAR form can serve as documentation that a medication was administered to a child at the appropriate time of day. Just let us know when you register that you will be requiring this documentation.
Fees
CampRx is always free to camps. Our service costs parents between $15 and $40, depending on the type of medication and length of stay at camp.
$15 for campers with over the counter medications only
$30 for campers at camp up to 1 month
$40 for campers at camp for longer than 1 month
These charges are in addition to the campers’ prescription copays and/or cost of the camper’s over the counter medications.
$15 for campers with over the counter medications only
$30 for campers at camp up to 1 month
$40 for campers at camp for longer than 1 month
These charges are in addition to the campers’ prescription copays and/or cost of the camper’s over the counter medications.
We provide our service at a reduced cost to scholarship students if your camp requires our service. We count on you to provide us with a list of such campers as soon as you know their names.
Medication Packaging
Each dose of medication is packaged by date and time of dosing along with any other medications due to be administered at the same time of day. They are sealed in a medication strip package with a detailed label that includes the camper’s name, date of birth, medications enclosed, date and time to be administered and any special instructions. The strip is then rolled and placed in a small box (a few inches on each side) with a slot at the top. Your staff simply pulls out each dose, tears open the perforated packet, and hands the camper his medications. Inhalers, creams, and liquids are dispensed as usual and sent with the camper’s other medications.
Yes. When parents register they provide us with detailed information regarding over the counter medications, including dose and time of administration. Our pharmacy will package them with any prescription medications dosed at the same time of day.
Yes. We package “as needed” medications separately and send them labeled with directions for administration. We advise parents that most camps stock a supply of as-needed medications for things such as headaches or stomachache and that they may be able to avoid using our service altogether.
Yes. They are included in separate, resealable packages marked for special dosing
We can provide injectables, such as growth hormone and insulin. All pharmaceutical products that must be kept cold until opened, like insulin, will be shipped Next Day Air in cold packs and insulated envelopes. Extra shipping charges may apply.
Delivery and Deadlines
There is a $10-$20 late fee added to the camper’s total charges and may or may not include additional shipping fees.
We will notify the parent as soon as we know the order cannot arrive by the first day of camp. In that case, we will advise them to send their child to camp with enough medication to last until our shipment arrives. We will also notify your camp health staff of the situation.
It depends on the camper’s insurance plan. If the camper’s insurer will allow a vacation override for an extra month supply of medications, all medications will be sent at one time. If not, we will arrange to have the medications refilled and shipped to camp at the appropriate time.
Yes. We understand the importance of keeping parents informed at all stages of the process. In addition to our email acknowledgment of their order, parents receive another email when we ship their child’s medications to camp.
Yes. We will email the contact person you have indicated to let them know a shipment is coming. At that time we will also let you know if there are any problems with medications. For example, if some parents ordered late and when their children’s medications will be shipped.
Orders
Yes. Just use the Medication Order form for Campers or begin the registration process online. Call us if you have any questions or special situations.
CampRx has a new partnership with MFasco, one of the nation’s largest suppliers of infirmary products and a longtime ACA Business Affiliate. Knowledgeable customer service representatives are available by phone and email and most orders ship the same day.
Contact Info & Referrals
They call us directly or, if they contact you first, you can refer them to us. With the exception of questions about how your camp’s medication policies and practices, we can handle any inquiries and solve all problems. We also have a Doctor of Pharmacy available to answer medication questions from your health staff and parents.
Completely. Our pharmacy is DirectRx of Troy, Michigan, one of the largest direct-mail pharmacies in the country. It is a major provider of medications to all types of health care facilities for the past 20 years.
Of course. Just call or email us and we will be happy to provide you with names and contact information.
You can email us at info@camprx.com or you can call us toll-free any time at 1-877-302-3881.
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