Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Prescription Cost Help Resources
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - National Office
7500 Security Blvd, Baltimore, MD, 21244
Distance: 1500 Miles
(800) 633-4227
https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program
Service Details
Description
Prescription assistance services that help people to access prescription drugs at lower out-of-pocket cost.
Additional Information
Most pharmaceutical companies offer assistance programs for the drugs they manufacture. Drugs may be low or no cost through these programs. Use this website to get connected to programs that can help with medication costs.
Features
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Specialization
- Disabilities
- Older adults
- People with low income
Eligibility
Varies among programs.
Application Instructions
Each program has a separate application form to be completed.
Fees
Some services charge fees.
Area Served
Nationwide
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main | (877) 267-2323 | |
| Main - Medicare | (800) 633-4227 | |
| TTY - CMS Administration | (866) 226-1819 | |
| TTY - Medicare Help | (877) 486-2048 |
Last Update
11/20/2023
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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LH-6700.6270Prescription Drug Information Clearinghouses Definition
Programs that maintain comprehensive information about prescription drug discount options and link people in need of prescription medication with the discount programs for which they are eligible.
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LH-6700.6300Prescription Drug Patient Assistance Programs Definition
Pharmaceutical companies or pharmacies that make brand name or generic prescription drugs available to patients who are uninsured or underinsured or, for other reasons, cannot afford to pay the market price. Also included are organizations that help qualifying patients complete and file paperwork for submission to drug manufacturers to request such medication or which maintain lists of these types of programs for referral purposes.
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YC-5100Medicare Beneficiaries Definition
Individuals, age 65 and older or younger than age 65 with a disability, who have hospital, medical and prescription drug insurance through the federally-funded Medicare program.
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YZ-6700Prescription Drug Issues Definition
Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of prescription drugs.