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Financial Help With Prescriptions

Over the years, the prices for prescription medicines have increased dramatically. For many people, even those who have health insurance, the rising costs mean they can no longer afford the prescription medications they so desperately need. However, all hope is not lost. Many financial programs can help people who cannot afford their prescription drugs.

  1. Partnership for Prescription Assistance

    • The Partnership for Prescription Assistance is an organization that offers free financial assistance to individuals who cannot afford their own prescription medication. This organization offers many different programs, since each person's situation is unique. For instance, it offers programs for those on Medicare and Medicaid, as well as co-payment programs. It also offers additional resources to search for local free or reduced cost clinics. To qualify for one of these programs, you must submit an online application or call the offices so your individual situation can be evaluated and the correct program can be suggested for you.

    Rx Assistant

    • Rx Assist is maintained by a AstraZeneca, a manufacturer of prescription drugs. Many pharmaceutical companies, including AstraZenaca, set up and maintain free or low-cost prescription drug programs for individuals who cannot afford their prescription medications. On the site for Rx Assist, a patient looking for information can check out the FAQ section to gain specific information on how to qualify for financial prescription assistance. Not only does this FAQ provide information on how to qualify for the prescription assistance program maintained by AstraZenaca, but since most pharmaceutical companies operate their assistance programs similarly, the qualifications will be fairly similar. If you think you qualify for assistance, fill out the application and someone will contact you regarding your eligibility.

    NeedyMeds

    • Although NeedyMeds is not necessarily a prescription assistance program itself, the site can point anyone in the right direction. NeedyMeds is a non-profit company that provides free information on nearly every available patient assistance program for prescription drugs. For instance, not only does it provide information and links to assistance programs maintained by pharmaceutical companies, but NeedyMeds also offers a list of links for government programs and other financial assistance programs that determine eligibility by disease. Additionally, the site offers links to coupons for medication cost reduction and application to nearly all prescription assistance programs. The site also provides a list of all brand name and generic prescription names to patients who can educate themselves on less expensive alternatives available for the medicines they are prescribed.

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