FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency has announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Calaveras and Tuolumne counties, California, can get emergency prescription refills until September 29 due to ongoing fire dangers.
If you need a refill, just bring your prescription bottle to any TRICARE retail network pharmacy. Can’t find it or if it’s damaged? Reach out to Express Scripts, Inc., or your pharmacy for help.
Need to locate a pharmacy? Call Express Scripts at 1-877-363-1303 or use their [pharmacy locator](https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/find-pharmacy).
It’s best to return to the pharmacy where you originally got your prescription. If it’s part of a chain, you can also get it filled at another store in that chain. If you can, ask your prescribing clinician to send a new prescription to any network pharmacy.
Emergency care is available to all TRICARE beneficiaries, except active duty members, at any authorized urgent care center without needing a referral. In a real emergency, always call 911 or head to the nearest ER.
For updates, check Express Scripts’ [Weather Notices page](https://militaryrx.express-scripts.com/notices/weather).
The Defense Health Agency supports about 9.5 million beneficiaries, including service members, retirees, and their families. They manage one of the largest health care plans in the U.S., with a network of over 700 military facilities.
Social media has been buzzing with reactions to these updates. Users often express gratitude for quick access to medications during emergencies, highlighting the importance of such services. With recent statistics showing that natural disasters impact thousands annually, initiatives like these show a strong commitment to health and safety in crisis situations.
For further information, visit the Defense Health Agency at [www.dha.mil](http://www.dha.mil).
