Many patients have difficulty affording the cost of their prescription drugs, regardless of whether they are insured. This is especially expensive for newer drugs that do not have a generic equivalent.
People can often get help with the cost of their medicines from public and private programs. Some programs let people buy drugs at discounted prices. Others help people who can't afford any part of their medicine costs.
Many programs exist to help patients afford their medication.
Manufacturer Support
Some prescription drug manufacturers operate programs that directly support the uninsured or privately-insured patient for use of the manufacturer's products.
Discount Cards
These Prescription Discount Cards function similarly to coupons, but work for multiple fills of one drug, or for multiple drugs.
Coupon programs
The manufacturer distributes coupons in paper or electronic form that the patient brings to the pharmacy and uses to get a discount on their cost-sharing
These coupons can be distributed through providers, or directly to patients via mass media or websites.
Electronic "switch"
An electronic process that activates discounts in pharmacy computer systems but does not require a physical coupon or card.
Coupon By Disease
Click on the states listed below that are currently participating in the SNAP Benefits programs to see the participating EBT Stores:
Acne Coupon
Addictions Coupon
Allergies Coupon
Asthma Coupon
Autoimmune Diseases Coupon
Baby Care Coupon
Baldness Coupon
Blood Disorders Coupon
Blood Pressure Coupon
Cancer Coupon
Cardiovascular Health Coupon
Childrens Health Coupon
Cholesterol Coupon
Cosmetic Procedures Coupon
Cough Cold Congestion Flu Coupon
Diabetes Coupon
Ear Nose Throat Sinus Coupon
Endocrine Hormonal Disorders Coupon
Eye Care Coupon
First Aid Medical Supplies Coupon
Foot Care Coupon
Gastrointestinal Bowel Disorders Coupon
Genetic Disorders Coupon
Hepatitis Coupon
HIV AIDS STDS Coupon
Incontinence Overactive Bladder Coupon
Infections Inflammation Coupon
Lice Crabs Coupon
Liver Kidney Health Coupon
Medical Foods Coupon
Mens Health Coupon
Mental Health Coupon
Metabolic Disorders Coupon
Muscle Bone Joint Health Coupon
Neurological Disorders Coupon
Oral Care Cold Canker Sores Coupon
Organ Transplant Coupon
Ostomy Supplies Coupon
Pain Fever Headaches Migraines Coupon
Personal Care Coupon
Respiratory Disorders Coupon
Skin Nails Hair Care Coupon
Sleep Disorders Coupon
Smoking Cessation Coupon
Thyroid Disorders Coupon
Urinary Tract Health Coupon
Vaccines Coupon
Vitamins Nutritional Supplements Coupon
Weight Management Coupon
Womens Health Reproductive Health Coupon
In addition to financial assistance to access prescription drugs, many pharmaceutical companies offer other programs to help patients cope with other aspects of cancer care. For example, they may offer:
- Free Trial Vouchers
- Connection to help with transportation, lodging, etc.
- Prior authorization & benefits resources
- Sample billing and coding information
- Resources for denials and appeals