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Proudly serving Harlem since 2012 — because every patient deserves someone who listens.

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Over 20 Years Experience Most Insurance Plans Accepted Same Day Local Delivery Personalized Medication Counseling

Our Services

Everything you need from a trusted neighborhood pharmacy.

Prescription Filling & Refills

Help with new prescriptions and authorized refills.

Prescription Transfers

Our team coordinates eligible transfers with your current pharmacy.

Same-Day Local Delivery

Free local delivery for eligible prescriptions in Harlem and East Harlem.

Pharmacist Consultation

Free medication guidance in person or by phone. No appointment needed.

Medication Packaging & Management

Explore packaging and refill coordination for eligible medications.

Insurance & Prior Authorization Help

Help with prescription coverage questions and prescriber coordination.

Weight-Management Prescription Support

Help with prescribed medications, injection pens, insurance, and refills.

Pet Prescription Services

Eligible veterinarian-prescribed medications, refills, and transfers.

OTC Essentials & EBT Accepted

Everyday health essentials and EBT acceptance for eligible purchases.

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Prescription Insurance

We Accept Most Insurance Plans

We work with Medicare, Medicaid, and many other plans. Our pharmacy team can help you check your prescription coverage.

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Common Plans & Prescription Programs

Don’t see your plan listed? Ask us to check your coverage.

Local Delivery

Free Same-Day Prescription Delivery

Can’t make it to the pharmacy? We offer free same-day delivery for eligible prescriptions in Harlem and East Harlem.

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What Our Patients Say

We're proud to be trusted by our community.

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   Michael Buckley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fast filled prescriptions. Always has everything in stock. Highly recommended.!
  
 
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   Wentian Zhang 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and friendly staff. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Dee Figueroa59 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service staff is so kind and helpful. The Best!!
  
 
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   Christopher Sepulveda 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service
  
 
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   adalay 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very great people and environment very welcoming !
  
 
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   Adri Nation 
 
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Reponsable y puntual
  
 
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   Anya Perkins 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful shop. Clean building.Great customer service.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. She was very helpful
  
 
  
  
 
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Meet Our Pharmacy Team

Get to know the people who help with your prescriptions and keep our neighborhood pharmacy running.

Anna Kelmenson, PharmD

Supervising Pharmacist

Anna helped open Preferred Pharmacy in 2012 and helps patients understand their medications.

Alex, PharmD

Staff Pharmacist

Alex has been part of the pharmacy team since it opened and helps patients with their prescriptions.

Maribel

Store Manager

Maribel keeps the store organized and helps neighbors find what they need when they visit.

Jason

Pharmacy Operations Manager

Jason coordinates daily pharmacy operations and helps the team keep prescriptions moving.

Preferred Pharmacy in Our Community

Explore our latest community events and health education activities in Harlem and East Harlem.

Preferred Pharmacy Brings Diabetes and Healthy Living Education to Taft NORC in East Harlem

On October 19, 2026, Preferred Pharmacy joined the Goddard Riverside Taft NORC Older Adult Program in East Harlem for bilingual diabetes, nutrition, and medication education led by Anna Kelmenson, PharmD, and Store Manager Maribel.

October 19, 2026

Preferred Pharmacy Shares Diabetes and Healthy Eating Education With Taft Residents

Anna Kelmenson, PharmD, and Store Manager Maribel joined Taft residents in East Harlem for a presentation on diabetes, healthier food choices, and medication organization.

September 22, 2026

Preferred Pharmacy Joins Taft End-of-Summer Community Gathering

Preferred Pharmacy joined the Taft Resident Association End-of-Summer gathering in East Harlem, connecting with residents through health education, medication support, and blood pressure checks.

August 28, 2026

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Latest Pharmacy Articles

Find clear, practical answers to everyday questions about medications, prescription safety, refills, and insurance.

How Should I Store and Carry Prescription Medications While Traveling?

Learn how to pack prescription medications for travel, including carry-on luggage, TSA screening, original prescription bottles, pill organizers, refrigerated medicines, and international travel precautions.

October 29, 2026

How Should I Dispose of Unused or Expired Medications?

Learn how to safely dispose of unused or expired medications, including pharmacy take-back programs, household trash disposal, FDA flushing exceptions, and safe handling of needles and sharps.

October 29, 2026

What Happens If My Medication Gets Too Hot or Too Cold?

Left your medication in a hot or cold car? Learn how extreme temperatures may affect medicine, which medications need extra caution, and what to do after accidental exposure.

October 29, 2026

Latest Pharmacy Videos

Watch short videos from Preferred Pharmacy answering everyday questions about medications, refills, insurance, and prescription safety.

Can You Take Vitamins & Supplements With Prescription Medications? — Video

Watch Preferred Pharmacy explain why it’s worth checking for interactions before taking vitamins or supplements with prescription medications.

November 5, 2026

How to Read a Prescription Label — Video

Watch Preferred Pharmacy explain where to find the medication name, strength, and directions on your prescription label.

November 5, 2026

Will My Insurance Cover My Prescriptions at a New Pharmacy? — Video

Watch Preferred Pharmacy explain what to check about insurance coverage and copays before transferring a prescription.

November 5, 2026

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3 E 115th St
New York, NY 10029
(212) 722-0000
Fax (212) 722-9034
contact@preferredpharmacys.com

Payment Methods

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EBT
OTC Network

EBT applies to eligible purchases. OTC benefits depend on your plan.

Pharmacy Hours

Monday–Friday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed