After a thorough and extensive vetting process, the DEA Health Benefit Trustees chose Capital Rx to be our new Prescription Drug Manager, effective February 1, 2026. Capital Rx will replace the incumbent Express Scripts. Members will be covered by Express Scripts until midnight on January 31st so there will be NO break in prescription coverage should you need to fill a prescription.
Capital Rx is accepted by most major chains (CVS, Walgreens, etc.) and retail pharmacies throughout the United States.
Capital Rx uses Costco for mail-order prescriptions. So, members receiving their medications through the mail can continue to do so using Costco.
DEA members can expect to receive a “welcome package” from Capital Rx containing a new Capital Rx DEA Identification Card, along with literature explaining the new prescription program.
Once you receive your new Capital Rx Prescription ID card, we suggest you notify your pharmacy and bring the new card with you to ensure coverage.
Summary of Plan Coverage
Active and Retired Non-Medicare Eligible Members
DEA Benefits Prescription Plan
Express Scripts expires 01/31/2026
Capital RX effective 02/01/2026
(Information and Cards will be sent to your home)
This plan covers medications to treat Illnesses and medical conditions
Emblem/United Healthcare Medical NYCEPPO/HIP effective 01/01/2026
Prime Therapeutics/Amazon
This plan cover Diabetic medications or medications considered preventive, for example: Birth Control, Vitamins, Low Dose Statins, Vaccinations, etc.
NYC PICA NYCEPPO Emblem/United HealthCare or HIP Members
Express Scripts plan covers Injectables and Chemotherapy Medications
NYC WTC Program
Express Scripts
Medicare Eligible Members (Age 65 or older or on Medicare early)
DEA Benefits Prescription Plan
Express Scripts expires 01/31/2026
Capital RX effective 02/01/2026
(Information and Cards will be sent to your home)
This plan covers all types of medications
NYC WTC Program
Express Scripts
