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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
The HealthWell Foundation: NeedyMeds Spotlight
Navigating the health care landscape can be daunting, especially for underinsured patients who face significant financial barriers to accessing necessary treatments. HealthWell Foundation, a valued partner of NeedyMeds, plays a crucial role in addressing these challenges by providing financial assistance to patients struggling with out-of-pocket costs. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Alan Klein, Chief Development Officer at HealthWell, to gain insights into the foundation’s mission, the hurdles faced by underinsured individuals, and the innovative solutions HealthWell employs to ensure equitable access to health care. What are some of the common challenges faced by underinsured patients that HealthWell […]