Prescription meds can get expensive, especially when you’re juggling rent, bills, and everyday expenses. Luckily, if you have commercial insurance, there are ways to cut those costs with manufacturer savings cards. These coupons, straight from the companies that make your medications, help bring down what you pay at the pharmacy. Here’s what you need to know about how they work and how you can use them to save. What Are Manufacturer Savings Cards? Think of manufacturer savings cards like digital coupons but for prescription meds. These programs are offered by pharmaceutical companies to help people lower the cost of brand-name […]
Author: Marco Sanfilippo
How to Find and Apply for Patient Assistance Programs
At NeedyMeds, we believe everyone should have access to affordable healthcare resources, which is why all the resources listed on our website are completely free. Today, we want to bring attention to one of the most valuable resources we offer: Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs). These programs can drastically reduce the cost of medications, often making them free for those who qualify. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to find and apply for these programs on NeedyMeds.org. What Are Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs)? PAPs are programs typically sponsored by pharmaceutical companies to help individuals who cannot afford their medications. […]
ALL ABOUT SLIDING-SCALE CLINICS
One misconception about our services is that they’re only available to those who meet income requirements, but that’s far from the truth. For example, your insurance might come with a high deductible which could keep you from accessing care for certain services. Or you have fallen out of eligibility for state Medicaid programs which kicked thousands of people off after COVID-19 protections ended last year. Whatever the case, we serve anyone in diverse financial situations looking for cost-effective options regarding their healthcare. A useful tool you should consider is our Free, Low-Cost, and Sliding-Scale clinic locator, which offers the ability […]
Affordable Dental Care Options and How to Find Them
Dental care is essential for maintaining overall health, but the cost of dental services can be a barrier for many people. According to a 2023 study, 92% of Americans would consider delaying dental care because of financial reasons, with the cost of dental services rising by nearly 5% over the past year (Money). This issue is particularly pronounced among uninsured adults, with 29% reporting that they delayed or did not receive care due to cost, compared to just 6% of insured adults (Health System Tracker). Fortunately, there are several ways to access dental services at a significantly lower cost or […]
NeedyMeds Appoints Pharmacy Industry Veteran Prasanna Parthasarathy to Board of Directors
Gloucester, Mass. –July 29, 2024 – NeedyMeds, a national non-profit organization that educates and empowers those seeking affordable healthcare, today announced the appointment of Prasanna Parthasarathy to its Board of Directors. Parthasarathy, a veteran of several companies focused on healthcare innovation, will support efforts to broaden NeedyMeds reach to benefit additional healthcare consumers, and spread the word about its mission. NeedyMeds offers a range of healthcare consumer supports to improve access to affordable healthcare and medications through existing public and privately funded programs. In a typical year, NeedyMeds toll-free helpline and email box receive more than 25,000 inquiries. Since its […]