CVS PHARMACY TECHNICIAN EXAM 2025-
2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED
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What is TIL? And what determines it?
TIL- Target Inventory Level. Takes into account past 5 weeks of dispensing
history as well as trends over 52 weeks. (seasonal lifts)
What is the name of the order report for the CVS warehouse?
AimRx Order Detail Report ;prints first thing in the morning on the day of order
day to be reviewed by a pharmacy member. Listed on the report is everything
AimRx plans to bring into your pharmacy.
Partial- do we accept full copayment?
No; payment is accepted when the full order is picked up.
Care Check Plus Program
Program that targets certain prescriptions as they are processed through the
Pharmacy Computer System. This program educates the patient about his/her
health condition and/ or the medication that they have been prescribed. It may
,produce coupons for OTC products that are directly related to the product being
dispensed or specific info. concerning the patient's medication or medical
condition. Other messages printed by Care Check Plus may relate to corporate
initiatives such as Flu messaging, requesting donations for ALS or minute clinic
donations.
What form does a pharmacist use to order narcotics?
DEA 22 Form
What task do you perform at pick-up/drop-off/drive-thru/production?
Pick-up- aid customers while they pick up their prescriptions
Drop-off- first impression on customers; assist customers dropping of their
prescriptions
Drive-Thru- Both Drop-Off and Pick-Up duties
Production- Fill medications and make sure they are filled according to promised
time.
What is the green trash bag for? Blue? Clear?
Green- Vials and Stock Bottles
,Blue- Anything with PHI (protected health information)
Clear-Regular Trash
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (1996)- Keeps PHI of patient
confidential and requires healthcare providers to handle PHI with caution.
DAW code 0?1?
0- No product selection indicated
1- Substitution not allowed by prescriber
Non-formulary List vs. Formulary List
non-formulary list- List of drugs that are not covered by an individual's insurance
company. (usually drugs that are more expensive, uncommon, may have
alternatives, etc)
formulary list- List of drugs that are covered by the insurance company. (usually
more common medications, proven to be safe and efficient, keep costs down for
both parties)
, Out of Stock Scan
Should be completed once a week; the day before your order (poll) day; its purpose
is to identify BOH discrepancy.
Converting mL to oz
1 oz = 30 mL
Offer to Council
Must ask every customer if they have any questions for the pharmacist.
Min. age requirement to work in the Pharmacy in NJ
18 years old
Cycle Counts
A task performed in the RF unit; the primary way to verify or adjust the Balance
on Hand or Balance on Order of a particular item. Most important inventory task.
Medicaid
2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED
A+
What is TIL? And what determines it?
TIL- Target Inventory Level. Takes into account past 5 weeks of dispensing
history as well as trends over 52 weeks. (seasonal lifts)
What is the name of the order report for the CVS warehouse?
AimRx Order Detail Report ;prints first thing in the morning on the day of order
day to be reviewed by a pharmacy member. Listed on the report is everything
AimRx plans to bring into your pharmacy.
Partial- do we accept full copayment?
No; payment is accepted when the full order is picked up.
Care Check Plus Program
Program that targets certain prescriptions as they are processed through the
Pharmacy Computer System. This program educates the patient about his/her
health condition and/ or the medication that they have been prescribed. It may
,produce coupons for OTC products that are directly related to the product being
dispensed or specific info. concerning the patient's medication or medical
condition. Other messages printed by Care Check Plus may relate to corporate
initiatives such as Flu messaging, requesting donations for ALS or minute clinic
donations.
What form does a pharmacist use to order narcotics?
DEA 22 Form
What task do you perform at pick-up/drop-off/drive-thru/production?
Pick-up- aid customers while they pick up their prescriptions
Drop-off- first impression on customers; assist customers dropping of their
prescriptions
Drive-Thru- Both Drop-Off and Pick-Up duties
Production- Fill medications and make sure they are filled according to promised
time.
What is the green trash bag for? Blue? Clear?
Green- Vials and Stock Bottles
,Blue- Anything with PHI (protected health information)
Clear-Regular Trash
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (1996)- Keeps PHI of patient
confidential and requires healthcare providers to handle PHI with caution.
DAW code 0?1?
0- No product selection indicated
1- Substitution not allowed by prescriber
Non-formulary List vs. Formulary List
non-formulary list- List of drugs that are not covered by an individual's insurance
company. (usually drugs that are more expensive, uncommon, may have
alternatives, etc)
formulary list- List of drugs that are covered by the insurance company. (usually
more common medications, proven to be safe and efficient, keep costs down for
both parties)
, Out of Stock Scan
Should be completed once a week; the day before your order (poll) day; its purpose
is to identify BOH discrepancy.
Converting mL to oz
1 oz = 30 mL
Offer to Council
Must ask every customer if they have any questions for the pharmacist.
Min. age requirement to work in the Pharmacy in NJ
18 years old
Cycle Counts
A task performed in the RF unit; the primary way to verify or adjust the Balance
on Hand or Balance on Order of a particular item. Most important inventory task.
Medicaid
