ISU Bengal Pharmacy
Pocatello
CONTACT US:
Phone: (208) 282-3407
Fax: (208) 282-6150
Address:
990 S. 8th Ave., Stop 8158
Pocatello, ID 83209
Directions:
HOURS:
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Telepharmacy Locations
Arco
CONTACT US:
Phone: (208) 527-8201
Fax: (208) 527-8273
Address:
551 Highland Drive
Arco, ID 83213
(bottom floor of Lost River Medical Center)
Directions:
HOURS:
Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Challis
CONTACT US:
Phone: (208) 879-4600
Fax: (208) 879-5379
Address:
609 Clinic Road
Challis, ID 83226
Directions:
HOURS:
Monday - Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Meridian
CONTACT US:
Phone: (208) 373-1734
Fax: 833-499-1813
Address:
1311 E. Central Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642
Directions:
HOURS:
ISU Bengal Pharmacy operates multiple locations across Idaho through a combination of traditional community pharmacies, telepharmacies, and community outreach programs. In addition to prescription dispensing services, we also offer over-the-counter items, vaccinations, medication therapy management, and mailing and delivery services.
Pharmacy Services
Each of our locations offers a tailored selection of over-the-counter medications including:
- Acid Reflux Control
- Aspirin and Pain Relief
- Allery and Sinus
- Cough, Cold and Flu
- Digestive Aids
- Laxatives
- Vitamins and Minerals
Telepharmacy
ISU Bengal Pharmacy was the first licensed telepharmacy in the State of Idaho. This allows us to serve the communities of Pocatello, Arco, and Challis. With this unique delivery model, pharmacists in Pocatello can virtually supervise the work of pharmacy technicians in each location. Pharmacists are always available for consultations either via phone or video conferencing.
MTM
ISU Bengal Pharmacy offers a wide variety of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services including an annual Comprehensive Medication Review (CMR). MTM services have been shown to improve medication use, reduce side-effects, and save money.
ISU Bengal Pharmacy offers a wide variety of vaccines including:
- COVID-19 (Moderna and Pfizer)
- Enhanced Flu (65 and Older)
- Flu
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- HPV
- Pneumoccocal
- Tdap (Tetnus and Pertussis)
- Shingles
- Meningitis
At ISU Bengal Pharmacy we stay involved with the community and many ISU student groups including:
- Operation Immunization
- Operation Diabetes
- Operation Heart
- GenRx
Providers
Rikki Trussel, PharmD
Bengal Pharmacy Manager
(208) 282-6150
Rikki Trussel, Pharm D, is a 2012 graduate of ISU College of Pharmacy. She is passionate about advancing the practice of pharmacy and expanding the roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
Jerad Cox, PharmD
Staff Pharmacist
(208) 282-6150
Jerad Cox, PharmD, is a 2019 graduate of ISU College of Pharmacy. He is happy to return to Pocatello after working as a staff pharmacist and pharmacy manager in Bozeman, Montana following graduation.
PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP
Staff Pharmacist
(208) 282-6150
Anushka Burdke, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, is a 2015 graduate of ISU College of Pharmacy. She specializes in HIV and Hepatitis medication management through a partnership with ISU Health West Family Medicine Clinic.
Billing
Insured Patients
We accept most prescription insurance plans including:
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Caremark
- Express Scripts
- Medicare Part D
- Idaho Medicaid
Uninsured Patients
ISU Bengal Pharmacy has competitive cash pricing for uninsured patients.
In addition, we participate as 340B Pharmacies at all of our locations. We DO NOT accept GoodRx or similar discount cards at any of our locations.
Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the nation’s leading, science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public’s health. For more than 70 years, they have put science into action to help children stay healthy so they can grow and learn; helped families, business, and communities fight disease and stay strong; and protected the public’s health.
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices: The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) comprises medical and public health experts who develop recommendations on the use of vaccines in the civilian population of the United States. The recommendations stand as public health guidance for safe use of vaccines and related biological products.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
Idaho State Board of Pharmacy: The Idaho State Board of Pharmacy’s mission is to promote, preserve and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by and through the effective control and regulation of the practice of pharmacy.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) serves the public as a trusted partner and steward, dedicated to advancing health equity, expanding coverage, and improving health outcomes.
Idaho Medicaid: Idaho Medicaid is a division of the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare. The mission of Idaho Medicaid is to provide healthcare services for low-income people and families, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
