Complete Guide to Using Your OTC Benefit at Walgreens

Walgreens Accepts Most OTC Benefit Cards

Walgreens is one of the largest participating retailers for Medicare Advantage OTC benefits. With over 8,700 locations nationwide, there's likely a Walgreens near you. Their wide selection of health products and knowledgeable pharmacy staff make them an excellent choice for OTC benefit shopping.

Checkout Process

• Swipe your card: At the register, tell the cashier you want to use your OTC benefit card first. They'll process eligible items against your benefit balance before asking for any other payment
• Split transactions: If your cart contains both eligible and non-eligible items, the register handles this automatically. Eligible items use your OTC card; the rest goes to your regular payment method
• Self-checkout: Many Walgreens locations have self-checkout. You can swipe your OTC card at self-checkout just like at the regular register

Best Products to Buy at Walgreens

• Walgreens brand: Walgreens store-brand products offer the best value. Their Nice! and Well at Walgreens brands cover vitamins, pain relief, first aid, and personal care at 20-40% less than name brands
• Photo department extras: Walgreens' photo department offers prescription label magnifiers and other vision aids that may be OTC-eligible depending on your plan
• Seasonal products: Walgreens stocks seasonal health items prominently — sunscreen in summer, cold medicine in winter, allergy products in spring. Grab these when they first appear

myWalgreens Rewards

• Free to join: The myWalgreens loyalty program is free and earns you Walgreens Cash rewards on every purchase, including those made with your OTC benefit card
• Personalized deals: myWalgreens sends personalized coupons based on your purchase history. You may get extra savings on health products you buy regularly
• Clip digital coupons: The Walgreens app lets you clip digital coupons that apply automatically at checkout. Stack these with your OTC benefit for maximum value