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Help with Medications
Nov 17, 2010
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The PSI Asthma program can assist with the expensive medication co-payments and deductibles for eligible applicants diagnosed with moderate to severe medicated IgE Asthma. Space is limited within program and is given on a first-come first-served basis. To apply for the Asthma financial assistance program, please call a PSI Customer Service Representative toll free at 800-366-7741.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance brings together America’s pharmaceutical companies, doctors, other health care providers, patient advocacy organizations and community groups to help qualifying patients who lack prescription coverage get the medicines they need through the public or private program that’s right for them. Many will get them free or nearly free. Its mission is to increase awareness of patient assistance programs and boost enrollment of those who are eligible. Through this site, the Partnership for Prescription Assistance offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private patient assistance programs, including more than 180 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. To access the Partnership for Prescription Assistance by phone, you can call toll-free, 1-888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-2669).
Pennsylvania Prescription Drug Cost Comparison
This website will allow consumers to search for the lowest price on more than 300 widely used prescription drugs. Users of the site will enter their town or zip code and the distance they are willing to travel for a prescription, which is entered by providing the full name or just the first letter if the correct spelling is not know. The prescription drug prices shown are based on those provided to the state and are updated weekly. The site also contains links for finding online pharmacies and independent information about drugs and other price information.
RxAssist
RxAssist is a resource center with information about patient assistance programs., Medicare Part D, programs for low cost medications and any other issues related to pharmaceutical access. RxAssist does not operate any medication programs. For questions about any particular program, please contact the company directly. Phone number - 401-729-3248
RxHope
RxHope contracts directly with the Pharmaceutical companies to provide an electronic application process for their patient assistance programs. RxHope provides this service to physicians and patients free of charge. Patients can initiate this process online, but must have a physician's approval. Phone number - 732-507-7400 or CustomerService@RxHope.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Together Rx Access
A free savings program sponsored by Abbott, AstraZeneca, Bristol-Myers, Squibb, GlaxoSmithKline, members of Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, Novartis, Pfizer, Sanofi-Aventis Group, Takeda and TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc. Phone – 1-800-444-4106
Specfic Albuterol HFA Inhaler Program
Ventonlin HFA or health care professional acting as a patient advocate can optain the application form at: http://www.bridgestoaccess.com/
Company Assistance Programs
AstraZeneca products go to: http://www.astrazeneca-us.com/help-affording-your-medicines/
GlaxoSmithKline products go to: http://public_html/images/docs/Evaluation.pdf
Genentech products go to: http://www.gene.com/gene/products/access/
Merck & Co. products go to: http://www.merck.com/merckhelps/
Pfizer Inc. products go to: http://www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com/pages/misc/Default.aspx
If a product is not made by one of these companies please contact the manufacturer for additional information on how they can assist you in affording your medication.
United Way Programs
Check in with your local United Way, as they may have local resources lists which may be able to assist those with financial needs.
For example: Surviving Tough Times; Local Medical Clinics for the Un and Under Insured; State Health Programs for the Un and Under Insured; Foreclosure Prevention Guide
Some United Way programs offer free prescription drug discount cards called FamilyWize prescription cards to reduce the cost of medicine by an average of 35%. Please contact your local United Way to see if this program is available within your area or check online by going to www.familywize.org.
Sep 16, 2010
I am writing this as a last resort. I have tried everything that I know and I am still in the same position I was when I started. I am a 54 year old women, mother of three, grandmother of 7, divorcing after 20 years. My health started going downhill quick 4 years ago when I had a heart attack. It was at this time that I was also diagnosed with Heart and Lung Disease, COPD and Fibromyalgia. To say I live in a great deal of pain is an understatement. I just got out of the ICU last weekend and I am staying with a friend of mine who is struggling herself. My husband decided that it was more important for him to go buy a playstation instead of my medications I needed to get better.
My children are grown with familys of their own and financial problems of their own too. I am at a point in my life where I just dont know what to do. I have thought of just throwing in the towel but my faith in God prevents me. I have sold everything of any value to pay for my meds and bills but I literally have nothing left. I have lost everything. I have 3 days left on my medications and do not know how I will possibly get them for this month.
I have no home to go to, never did I think I would be in this position but I am and do not know who to turn to for help. I know that the worrying that I do is not helping my recovery but again, I dont know how not to worry.
If I had a home and some money in the bank my life would be like a dream come true. I am sick and know that I wont live to be a ripe old age because of my illnesses, but if I could just get a start,,a place to live,,the medications I need to breathe..well I would feel fortunate.
Please,,if anyone out there can help me, It would be soo greatly appreciated. If there are other sites that You can direct me to for help please do so. Thank you for taking the time to read this and may God bless
Aug 14, 2010
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What does Augusta Regional Free Clinic provide?
The Clinic provides primary care, chronic disease management care, diagnostic services, medications, referrals to specialists, health education, men’s and women’s health programs, limited mental health services. Dental services are provided through the Augusta Regional Dental Clinic. Our modern facilities are easy to access.
Who is Eligible?
The residents of Staunton,Waynesboro, or Augusta County, who do not have health insurance and who meet the basic eligibility guidelines. Additionally, a patient may be employed full or part time, unemployed, or a full time college student. Patients must meet the income guidelines of 200% of the Federal poverty level.
Apr 29, 2010
To see the all the information on the website about Ryan White Care.
The HIV/AIDS Programs: Find HIV/AIDS Care
* HIV/AIDS Home
* Find HIV/AIDS Care
* About Ryan White Care
* Learn More About Health Care
About Ryan White Care
The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program helps people with HIV/AIDS who have nowhere else to turn for the care they need. If you are HIV-positive, you can get medical care and some other services — even if you do not have health insurance or money to pay for health and dental services and medications.
Am I Eligible?
To be eligible to receive health and dental care, medications, and other health-related services through the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, you must
* Be diagnosed with HIV or AIDS
* Have an income too low to pay for care
* Have no health insurance or not enough insurance to pay for the care you need
In some cases, your family members can receive services through a Ryan White program focused on women, infants, children, and youth, even though they are not diagnosed with HIV.
If you think you or your family members may be eligible, see the Ryan White Community map Exit Disclaimer to contact a Ryan White agency in your area. (The best place to start might be your State Ryan White Part B program’s Web site but also contact other Ryan White agencies listed on this map). You can also call your State HIV/AIDS Hotline and ask them to refer you to the nearest Ryan White provider.
The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program is a U.S. Government program that provides funds to State and local governments and agencies that in turn provide doctor's care, HIV/AIDS medications and many other services to people who do not have health insurance or funds to pay for the HIV care they need. Ryan White funds cannot be provided directly to individuals.
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How Do I Start Getting Care?
When you are put in contact with the nearest Ryan White provider, they will determine if you are eligible for Ryan White care. Usually, a case manager or benefits counselor in the agency will sit down with you and ask about your medical and other needs and will help determine what you are eligible for, based upon your health condition, income and resources.
Case managers and benefits counselors know what services are available and can help you get care. Their services are free.
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How Do I Pay for Care?
What you pay for your health care mostly depends on whether you have your own health insurance and how much income and resources you have. If you do not have health insurance and have a very low income, you may not have to pay very much for the care you need.
In some cases, however, you may have to pay for some of the costs. For example, you may have to pay a certain amount for each prescription drug or for each doctor's visit. Your case manager can help you
* learn what services you are eligible to receive,
* apply for health care assistance, and
* find out whether you have to cover any of the costs.
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How Do I Learn More About Getting Health Care?
Learn more about health care, how it is delivered and paid for by private and public health insurance — and what public programs can help people living with HIV disease.
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Feb 20, 2008
Guide to Prescription Assistance Programs
Prescription Assistance Programs
https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php
http://www.freemedicine.com/index.html
http://www.patientassistance.com/programs.html
Generic Brands Discount Programs
http://www.rxoutreach.com/padv/PatientInfo.aspx
http://solutiondiscountcards.com/faq.html
Pharmaceutical Mfg's. Assistance Programs
Glaxo Smith Kline (1) - for Oncology Medications
http://www.commitmenttoaccess.com/
Glaxo Smith Kline (2) - Breakthrough Medications - Non Oncology
http://www.bridgestoaccess.com
Glaxo Smith Kline (3) - Other Meds
Lilly (1)
http://lillymedicareanswers.com/index.jsp
Lilly (2)
http://lillymedicareanswers.com/lilly_medicare_answers_program2.jsp?reqNavId=1.3
Novo Nordisk - Diabetic /Insulin
http://www.novonordisk-us.com/documents/article_page/document/diab_pap.asp
Abbott Labs - Diabetic Supplies -
Open page to Needymeds.org and on the left side of page under patient assistance programs select company list and then Abbott Labs to find their programs which include diabetic supplies.
Pfizer
http://www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.com/pages/misc/Default.aspx
Multi - Mfg's
Click on the link to Needymeds.org and from the left side of page under patient assistance programs, select company listing, which opens an alphabetical listing by mfg.
http://www.togetherrxaccess.com/Tx/jsp/sponsors.jsp
Medically Necessary
Nutritional Food Supplements & Specialized Infant Formulas
Abbott Labs
Click on the link to Needymeds.org and from the left side of page under patient assistance programs, select company listing, which opens an alphabetical listing by mfg. Scroll thru Abbott Labs programs till you find Medical Nutritional Foods.
Helping Hands for Special Kids
Click on the link to Needymeds.org and from the left side of page under patient assistance programs, select company listing, which opens an alphabetical listing by mfg. Select the letter G and then select Genentech or M for Mead Johnson programs till you find specialized formula program.
Prescription Cost & Availability Guide
http://www.aarp.org/states/nj/articles/prescription_drug_retail_price_registry__your_link.html
http://www.consumerreports.org/health/bestbuy-drugs.htm
Rx Price Comparision links
Discount Prescriptions Programs
http://plansponsors.scriptsave.com/default.aspx
Free Discount Card for Pet Meds:
http://www.petmedicationcard.com/
Prescription Discounts for Seniors and or Disabled
PAAD
http://www.nj.gov/health/seniorbenefits/services.shtml
Senior Gold - Rx Discount
http://www.nj.gov/health/seniorbenefits/pbp/senior-gold.shtml
HAAD
http://www.nj.gov/health/seniorbenefits/services.shtml
Rx Programs by Region
Bergen County, NJ Residents
http://www.co.bergen.nj.us/rx_plan/prescription_discount_cardold.htm
Emergency- Temp Rx Assistance - Need Based
Mercer County, NJ Residents
http://www.thecrisisministry.org/srvFinancialAssistance.cfm
Somerset County, NJ Residents
http://somersetfoodbank.org/progs_rxprog.php
Analysis for Rx Benefits from Government Resources
Online coupons for medications & prescriptions
http://www.internetdrugcoupons.com/
20 ways to cut prescription costs
From Women’s Day magazine
1. Try to reduce the number of meds you're taking. If you've been on a drug for a long time, ask your doctor whether you still need it. Or, if you're taking several drugs for different problems, your doctor may be able to prescribe a combination pill to effectively treat multiple ailments.
2. Ask about generic drugs. Don't assume that your physician knows that you're uninsured or are having trouble paying for your prescriptions. Speak up, and let him know that you'd prefer the best value medication that he can prescribe—generics can cost 30 to 80 percent less than their brand-name counterparts.
3. Consider a less expensive brand. The Consumers Union drug comparison website (crbestbuydrugs.org) lets you compare different brand-name medications based on price, effectiveness and safety. You can also request a copy of your insurance plan's formulary to help your doctor choose the drugs that will save you the most money.
4. Ask for the cheapest form of the medication. You'd be surprised, but there can be a significant price difference depending on whether the drug is manufactured in gelcap, tablet or capsule form.
5. Ask about splitting your pills. Ask whether it's possible for your doctor to prescribe tablets that are double the dosage of the ones you are taking. By halving each tablet with a pill-splitter, you can get twice the number of pills for essentially the same amount of money (the price difference between different dosages of the same drug is usually very small). However, keep in mind that you can’t do this with every medication or every form (for instance, extended-release forms, capsules and gelcaps cannot be split).
6. Ask for samples. Your doctor may have free samples of the drugs you're taking. These are brand-name pills that drug manufacturers give doctors to help promote their product—but keep in mind that when it comes time to fill your prescription, you may save more money by getting a generic version. Also, make sure that you inform your pharmacist that you're on a new medication, so he can alert you of any potential interactions.
7. Comparison shop. This is especially crucial if you're uninsured or underinsured. Depending on the size of the pharmacy and the size of their order of a particular drug, the final cost can vary by as much as 50 percent. Prices may even vary at individual pharmacies that are part of the same chain. Shop around to find out which store has the lowest price, or ask your regular pharmacy to match the prices given by its competitors. If you’re taking more than one drug, it may be cost-effective to buy different medications at different locations—but make sure that each pharmacist is aware of all the medications you're taking, so you can stay abreast of potential interactions.
8. Consider a switch. Ask whether a pharmacy will offer a discount for transferring your prescription from another drugstore. Just like long-distance providers and credit-card companies, pharmacies will often reward you for your business.
9. Try comparison-shopping websites. Sites like destinationrx.com, pharmacychecker.com or pillbot.com can help you find the most affordable place to purchase your prescriptions. Many individual states also have drug price comparison sites, which compare prices for common prescription medications among all or almost all pharmacies in the state.
10. Shop online. But use reliable, credible pharmacies. In 2006, the Consumers Union (which publishes Consumer Reports) did a price comparison of common prescription drugs. The median cost for generic drugs at Internet pharmacies was 34 percent cheaper than the median cost at large drugstore chains. Even buying through the website of a large chain (such as cvs.com or walgreens.com) may offer better prices than purchasing in-store. However, don't do business with any site that doesn't display the VIPPS (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites) seal. You can also go to pharmacychecker.com, which lists sites that require prescriptions, use encryption technology to safeguard your information, and display clear contact info and privacy policies.
11. Start a bidding war. At bidrx.com pharmacies compete to fill your prescription. Register for free, then post the name and dosage of your prescription. Pharmacies have 72 hours to bid on the price. Once you make your selection, you can pick up your medication in person, or have it mailed to you.
12. Purchase in bulk. If you take certain medications on a regular basis, bulk-buying can be significantly cheaper than buying month-to-month. Your pharmacist can tell you whether it's possible to get a longer-term supply. Most insurance companies also have mail-order programs that allow you to receive multiple months' worth of drugs at a time. You can usually enroll by logging on to your insurer's website or contacting your employer's benefits department.
13. Ask about OTCs. Check with your doctor to see if an over-the-counter drug might work as well as a prescription, especially if you're uninsured. However, if you are insured, check that your prescription copay isn't actually cheaper than a supply of OTC medication.
14. Get your discounts. If you're on Medicare, check whether you're a candidate for special discounts for low-income beneficiaries with the new Part D coverage. You can find a list of these programs—offered by more than 40 states—as well as a brief rundown on eligibility at the Medicare Rights Center's website. Click on "state prescription drug assistance programs." If your state doesn't offer a program or you need more assistance, click on "help paying for prescriptions" for a list of charity, discount and government programs.
15. Sign up for discount cards. A store-associated or government-associated discount card can lower the price of your pharmacy bills by 10 to 25 percent. Many pharmacies offer discount cards even if you’re not insured, and regardless of income, usually for free or a small fee. State and government agencies also offer free discount cards, but eligibility is usually based on age or income. However, not all drugs are eligible for markdowns, so make sure your medications are on the discounted list before you enroll. And don't sign up for discount cards with a telemarketer or by replying to spam e-mail—there are plenty of scams out there.
16. Look into patient assistance programs. Nearly every pharmaceutical company has an assistance program for low-income patients. If you qualify and have no coverage, in many cases you can even get your medication for free. For help finding a program, visit rxassist.org, pparx.org, benefitscheckuprx.org or needymeds.com
17. Visit your drug's website. You may find rebates, coupons or free sample offers. You can usually find the drug's site by just doing a quick Google search of the medication's name. However, keep in mind that these are typically one-time savings offers for new prescriptions.
18. Try a wholesaler such as Costco. Don't want to cough up the money it costs to join? Don't worry—you can get your prescriptions filled there even if you're not a member (though you may be charged a small fee). You'll just have to resist the urge to grab any impulse purchases on the way to the cashier.
19. Research special benefits if you're a vet or AARP member. The Veterans Administration negotiates with drug manufacturers and distributors on behalf of its members, offers low copays and covers 90 percent of the cost of most prescriptions. The AARP offers prescription savings cards and Medicare supplement insurance cards, as well as their own MedicareRx plans through United Healthcare.
20. Store drugs properly. Make sure those expensive pills don't break down or lose potency before the expiration date by keeping them in a cool, dry place.
http://www.womansday.com/health/12623/20-ways-to-cut-prescription-costs.html
