What is the difference between a prescription refill and a prescription renewal?
Refill: a prescription on file with the file that has remaining refills. This prescription can be refilled without contacting the physician. Renewal: a prescription on file with the pharmacy that no longer has remaining refills. The physician must be contacted for approval before the prescription may be filled. Usually the prescription renewal will allow for several refills over time. Prescription renewals will be addressed at the time of the office visit.
