Prescription Assistance is Available
Many people have difficulty affording health care, including prescription medicines, but assistance programs are available.
Prescription Savings for Seniors & People with Disabilities
- The Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged & Disabled program helps eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities save money on prescription drug costs. Learn more about eligibility and this program online or by calling 800-792-9745.
- The Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program helps eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities pay for prescribed legend drugs, insulin, and insulin supplies. Learn more about eligibility and this program online or by calling 800-792-9745.
Nonprofit Prescription Assistance Programs
- Needy Meds provides a free printable drug discount card that can save on prescription medications. For more information, call its helpline at (800) 503-6897.
- The Medicine Assistance Tool helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage get the medicines they need through the right program for them. Many patients will get their medications at no cost or discounted prices. To learn more, visit their website.
- RxAssist helps individuals find information about free and low-cost medication programs through their database search.
Retail-Specific Prescription Savings Program
Walmart Pharmacies provides many prescriptions for $4.00 for a 30-day supply. For a complete list of medications, click here.
Retail-Specific Prescription Savings Program
Walmart Pharmacies provide many prescriptions for $4.00 for a 30 day supply. For a complete list of medications, click here.
Compare Prices Before Buying
The N.J. Prescription Drug Retail Price Registry helps consumers compare the retail prices of many pharmacies for the 150 most frequently prescribed prescription drugs. By comparing prices, consumers can see what a pharmacy has reported charging for a specific prescription drug. To use this registry, consumers need to know the name and dosage of the medication, its dosage, and their town or zip code. To learn more, visit the website or call 800-242-5846.
Pharmaceutical Companies Provide Assistance
Some pharmaceutical companies directly assist people with prescription costs. See if a specific medication is associated with any assistance programs. Contact pharmaceutical companies directly or visit their websites for more information.
County Wellness Discount Programs
Several NJ Counties have prescription discount cards available to county residents. The following counties offer prescription discount cards: