Updated Medication Policies and Procedures

In our ongoing commitment to safe medication management and dispensation, we have once again partnered with J Drugs Pharmacy. Pre-packaged/ blister packaged medications with medication name and dosing provide for a safe, sterile, and accurate way to dispense medications. This distribution method is endorsed by the American Camp Association and is used by hospitals,nursing homes, schools, and camps throughout the United States.

Some policies and procedures have changed so please read the following
information carefully to ensure that your child will have all the medications they need upon arrival at camp.

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CAMP MOSHAVA MEDICATION POLICY

All campers taking daily medication are required to use J Drugs to package their prescription medication, over the counter medications, vitamins, and supplements. Campers using growth hormones, EpiPens, or rescue inhalers, are not required to use J Drugs for these medications ONLY and these should be given to your child's bus counselors to deliver to the infirmary upon arrival at camp.

PARTICIPATION IS MANDATORY FOR ALL U.S. BASED CAMPERS WHO TAKE
MEDICATIONS, VITAMINS, OR SUPPLEMENTS ON A DAILY BASIS.

*Campers arriving from Israel and outside the U.S. ONLY plus Mini Mosh campers should bring medications in original prescription bottles with enough medication for the duration of camp.
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J DRUGS MEDICATION PROCEDURES

➤ DIRECTIONS FOR CONTROLLED MEDICATIONS/ STIMULANTS:

If your child takes a medication that requires a new prescription with every fill such as CONCERTA, ADDERALL, FOCALIN, you must ask your doctor to do the following:
● FIRST MONTH CAMPERS: Prescribing physicians should be asked to send a prescription to J Drugs with an effective date of 6/20/24. If the doctor is unable to change the effective date, in the "directions" or "notes" field the doctor should write, "Camp supply effective 6/20/24."
● SECOND MONTH CAMPERS: Prescribing physicians should be asked to send a prescription to J Drugs with an effective date of 7/20/24. If the doctor is unable to change the effective date, in the "directions" or "notes" field the doctor should write, "Camp supply effective 7/20/24."
● FULL SUMMER CAMPERS: Prescribing physicians should be asked to send in TWO prescriptions to J Drugs, one with an effective date of 6/20/24, and one with an effective date of 7/20/24. If the doctor is unable to change the effective date, in the "directions" or "notes" field the doctor should write, "Camp supply effective 6/20/24," for the first prescription, and, "Camp supply effective 7/20/24," for the second prescription.

➤ DIRECTIONS FOR ALL OTHER MEDICATIONS:
● Using the J Drugs form, complete all required information and send it directly to J Drugs. Contact your doctor ASAP to send all prescriptions via E-Scribe.
● Be sure to include any over-the-counter medication or supplements taken daily so they can be packaged accordingly. This can include vitamins, supplements, melatonin, allergy medications, or anything else taken daily that does not require a prescription.
● Please request non-gummies if your child requires chewable medication. Gummies are sensitive to temperature and cannot be blister packaged effectively.

All prescriptions should be submitted ASAP to J Drugs Pharmacy

 

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● Any pre prescription medication sent in to J Drugs for repackaging will be charged an additional $20 packaging fee.
● If you are tapering or changing medication, please fill out the form prior to the deadline and put a note saying that you are not sure of dosage/meds to avoid incurring a late fee. We recommend finalizing all changes by June 1st for 1st month campers and July first for 2nd month campers.
Changes made while the camper is already at camp will incur the additional rush and shipping fees which is a total of $80 ($40 rush + $40 shipping) in addition to the initial registration and regular copays.
● J Drugs accepts NYS Medicaid, and all major insurances.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION

● For the safety of all campers please do not send over the counter (OTC) medications to camp.Any OTC medications sent with campers will be confiscated and not returned. This includes Tylenol, Advil, cold medicine, melatonin, etc. If a camper requires these medications, our infirmary is well stocked, and our medical staff will dispense as needed.
● Melatonin, and any other supplements taken daily, must be packaged through J Drugs.
● Medications prescribed by our camp doctors during camp will be filled by the local pharmacy and do not need to be filled by J Drugs.
● Evening medications are dispensed during dinner except for melatonin and medications for bedwetting which are dispensed at bedtime.

 

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NEW POLICY

Any prescription medications sent to camp with the camper will incur a $50 fee per prescription.The Marp will keep one week’s worth of medication while you work with J Drugs to send the prescriptions. Please be aware that J Drugs will apply their late and rush fees as well. Please understand that dividing and distributing medication is time consuming and complex and parents should utilize J Drugs to ensure safe and accurate dispensation of medication.
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If you have any questions or concerns, or believe that you have a unique situation regarding medication, please contact nurse@moshava.org. No exceptions can be made without prior communication with our nursing staff. All other technical questions can be directed to marp@moshava.org.

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Please review and complete the attached J Drugs documents and contact
your doctors to submit prescriptions as soon as possible.

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J DRUGS FAQS

How is my insurance billed? How am I billed for co-pays?

We will bill the insurance at the earliest date possible within their current medication cycle. Co-pays, deductibles, the cost of over-the-counter medications, all uncovered medications will be charged to your credit card.

How will I be charged?

Since we are a full functioning pharmacy you will be billed directly by J Drugs.

What is the relationship between J Drugs and our Camps?

J Drugs is an independent pharmacy that has been chosen by Camp Moshava to provide medication services to its campers. We are a third party provider and are not associated with the camp.

How are the medications packaged?

Generally, camps utilize individual dose packaging. 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/her 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.

Can J Drugs package over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as vitamins, Benadryl or Claritin?

Yes, we carry a full line of OTC products and Camp Moshava requires packaging of all medications taken daily. If we don’t stock the particular brand your child takes, we can substitute it with one we do carry. When you register, provide us with detailed information regarding over-the-counter medications, including dose and time of administration. Our pharmacy will package these items with any prescription medications dosed at the same time of day.

Will J Drugs dispense name brands or generics?

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 and please let us know as well. For OTC medications, our pharmacy will provide generics unless you specify otherwise. In the latter case our pharmacy will attempt to provide the brand of medication you request, but may have to substitute a generic if the name brand is not available.

What happens to extra medications if my child is at camp for less than 30 days?

Any unused medications will be sent home with your child on the last day of camp. You may use the extra medication at home or on vacation.

We have a ninety-day prescription plan/mandatory mail order. Can I still use J Drugs?

We can accommodate this situation with the proper planning. Please contact us immediately so that we can plan accordingly.

What time are medications dispensed at camp?

Camp Moshava dispenses all medications at meal times. Melatonin and medications to prevent nighttime urination are dispensed at bedtime. Please make certain that your doctor indicates the time(s) each medication should be taken on the prescription so that the camp can accommodate special requests.

My child takes a different dose of the same medication every other day. Can it be packaged that way?

Yes. It is critical that your doctor provides a prescription written exactly how the medications should be given. Our pharmacists can only label a prescription according to the exact instructions of the Doctor and the camp will dispense the medication accordingly.

What it my child’s doctor writes a prescription for a new medication after your deadline for registering has passed?

We will work with you to handle late medication changes. You may be required to send additional medications to camp as a back-up. Please refer to the included information regarding fees.

 

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TO BEGIN J DRUGS ORDER FORM

J DRUGS PHARMACY ORDER FORM

1205 AVENUE J BROOKLYN NY 11230
TEL: 718-258-6686 – EMAIL: JDRUGSCAMPS@JDRUGSRX.COM

I hereby authorize J Drugs to charge my credit card all co-payments associated with the medication that I order. I agree to pay for any items that are not

Please have your doctor submit any prescription directly to J Drugs via their electronic prescribing software. All they need is our location and contact information to find us in their system.