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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

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:

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