CAN'T AFFORD YOUR MEDICATIONS? 8 PLACES TO FIND HELP!

CAN'T AFFORD YOUR MEDICATIONS? 8 PLACES TO FIND HELP! Are you struggling to afford your prescription medications? Even with health insurance, prescription copays and out-of-pocket expenses can be overwhelming. The good news? There are organizations and programs that may help you pay for prescription medications, reduce certain healthcare expenses, or make your prescription bills easier to manage. In this video, I'm sharing 8 resources worth exploring, including nonprofit assistance programs, Medicare benefits, manufacturer patient assistance programs, and state prescription assistance programs. Some of these resources may be available even if you already have health insurance! 8 PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE RESOURCES 1. HealthWell Foundation May provide financial assistance with eligible prescription copays and other qualifying healthcare expenses. Assistance depends on eligibility and available funding. https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/eligibility/ 2. TotalAssist Offers assistance resources for eligible patients facing treatment-related expenses, subject to program requirements and funding. https://totalassist.org 3. RxAssist and NeedyMeds Two resources for finding prescription assistance programs, manufacturer programs, and medication savings information. https://www.rxassist.org/ https://www.needymeds.org/ 4. Medicare Extra Help A federal program that helps eligible Medicare beneficiaries with Part D prescription drug costs. https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra-help 5. Medicare Savings Programs State-administered programs that may help eligible Medicare beneficiaries pay certain Medicare expenses, potentially freeing up money for prescriptions. https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/help/medicare-savings-programs 6. Manufacturer Patient Assistance Programs Some pharmaceutical manufacturers offer qualifying medications at reduced cost or no cost to eligible patients. Novo Nordisk is one example. https://www.novocare.com/diabetes/help-with-costs/pap.html 7. State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs) Some states offer prescription assistance programs for eligible residents. Availability and requirements vary by state. https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program Need help understanding your Medicare options? Find your local SHIP counselor: https://www.shiphelp.org/ 8. Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Allows people with Medicare Part D coverage to spread eligible out-of-pocket prescription costs into monthly payments throughout the calendar year. This program does NOT reduce your total prescription costs. There are no additional fees or interest charges for participating. https://www.medicare.gov/prescription-payment-plan TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 0:43 HealthWell Foundation 1:43 TotalAssist 2:39 RxAssist and NeedyMeds 3:46 Medicare Extra Help 4:35 Medicare Savings Programs 5:43 Manufacturer Patient Assistance Programs 6:52 State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs) 7:57 Medicare Prescription Payment Plan 9:37 Save With Manufacturer Coupons - My Story *WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiNvQezFNjw LET'S HELP EACH OTHER! Have you received help paying for prescription medications? If so, share the name of the program and your state in the comments. Your experience may help someone else find assistance! 👍 LIKE this video if you found it helpful. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more information about programs and resources for seniors, people with disabilities, caregivers, veterans, and families. DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, legal, insurance, or financial advice. Program eligibility, benefits, funding, and availability may change. Contact the appropriate organization, your Medicare plan, pharmacist, or healthcare professional for guidance about your individual circumstances. #PrescriptionAssistance #MedicationAssistance #Medicare #PrescriptionDrugCosts #PatientAssistancePrograms #MedicarePartD #SeniorResources #DisabilityResources