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Linda VH · 12-19-2008, 10:31 AM

We are going to Aruba end of Feb. and DH will return to So. FL in May and I'll return in September. What does he do about his meds? Does he need to make appts. with Dr.'s in Aruba? Any help would be appreciated.

burlingtontownie · 12-19-2008, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Linda VH

We are going to Aruba end of Feb. and DH will return to So. FL in May and I'll return in September. What does he do about his meds? Does he need to make appts. with Dr.'s in Aruba? Any help would be appreciated.

It is my belief ( from past readings) that you cannot get a prescription filled in the local pharmacies or "boticas" unless it is written by an Aruban doctor. I believe that you would need to make an appointment at one of the local clinics, and I also suggested, in a previous post about "forgotten items," that you make or obtain a copy of your prescription to support your claim for a refill, in order to save time with the local Aruban physician.

Another possible suggestion would be to ask your US physician to order a "vacation prescription override" refill for each medication, that you would take with you just before you leave, to cover the time period you will be away. This is a ONE TIME ONLY request that would have to be made by your MD with your insurance plan.

F + J Landry
Burlington, Ma.

kthy66 · 12-19-2008, 02:22 PM

I was able to get a vacation prescription override here in the states before my trip. I dont believe you can get a prescription filled in Aruba unless an Aruban doctor writes it.

Linda VH · 12-20-2008, 11:34 AM

Meant to say beginning of Feb! Thanks for the replies - I printed this out for DH and he'll talk to the Doctors.

burlingtontownie · 12-20-2008, 11:15 PM

In addition to talking to the doctors, make sure he talks to the agent of your insurance plan. They are the key. Have a great time.

F + J Landry
Burlington, Ma.

12-19-2008, 10:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
Linda VH Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 255	Meds In Aruba - Extended Stay (months) We are going to Aruba end of Feb. and DH will return to So. FL in May and I'll return in September. What does he do about his meds? Does he need to make appts. with Dr.'s in Aruba? Any help would be appreciated. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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12-19-2008, 02:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
kthy66 Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Manchebo Eagle Beach, Oceania Residences, Occidental Posts: 251 Images: 19	I was able to get a vacation prescription override here in the states before my trip. I dont believe you can get a prescription filled in Aruba unless an Aruban doctor writes it. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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Linda VH Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 255	Meant to say beginning of Feb! Thanks for the replies - I printed this out for DH and he'll talk to the Doctors. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

12-20-2008, 11:15 PM	#5 (permalink)
burlingtontownie Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palm Beach, Beachwalking from Divi Phoenix to Marriott Resort. Posts: 8	You are very Welcome. Have a great time! In addition to talking to the doctors, make sure he talks to the agent of your insurance plan. They are the key. Have a great time. F + J Landry Burlington, Ma. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook