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Islets of Hope assistance programs for diabetes supplies, medications & insulin |
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Assistance programs for free or reduced-cost insulin, prescription medications, and diabetes supplies Important Disclaimer - Islets of Hope provides this information for general information and it is not intended to be a recommendation or endorsement of any program or entity. Please contact the company directly as information may change, programs may be discontinued, or there may be certain changes in restrictions for qualifying for assistance. Program information is subject to change without notice. Please be sure to contact the administrator of any program before submitting an application.
Hock's offers 30-50% discounted prices on diabetes supplies. We cannot specifically recommend or endorse any company but we have been listing Hock's in our resource directory for over a year as one of the two cheapest online companies to purchase from. We recently affiliated with Hock's because our own experience with them has been so positive. If you do place an order through our site, they will contribute financially towards our cause and you will get reasonable prices for diabetes supplies. You might also be interested in:
National Patient Assistance Programs for Diabetes Prescriptions and Supplies ROXANE LABORATORIES, INC. Eligibility: Eligibility to be determined solely by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Roxane Laboratories. Patient must be a U.S. Citizen ineligible for prescription assistance through Medicaid or private insurance. Patient must meet established financial criteria. Other Program Information:All requests are reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis. Application form, prescription, and patient's income documentation are required. Maximum of three months supply may be provided per request. Complete financial re-application is required annually. Renewal requests within the same year require only the application form and a prescription. Program is subject to change without notice. Current program specifics can be obtained by calling the toll-free number (800) 556-8317. Ross Patient Assistance ProgramThe Ross Patient Assistance Program offers assistance on metabolic and nutritional products to low-income or uninsured patients in the United States. In 2006, nearly 2,000 patients received products valued at more than $900,000. For more information about this program, visit www.pparx.org. Partnership for Prescription Assistancerxassist.org - Largest listing of PAPs on the web -- a great place to search for programs. RXSavingsPlus - RxSavings Plus is a prescription discount program for the uninsured and underinsured. As an RxSavings Plus member, you can use your prescription drug card at more than 57,000 participating pharmacies nationwide to save an average of 20 percent off the regular retail price of your prescription drugs. Find a Participating Pharmacy. NOTE: savings are only available at participating pharmacies. SANDOZ PHARMACEUTICAL CORPORATION SANKYO PHARMA Eligibility: The Sankyo Pharma Open
Care Program is available to qualified patients with demonstrated medical and
financial need. The program assists patients who are prescribed Sankyo products
and are uncertain of their insurance coverage, in locating alternative payment
sources. Free product is provided to uninsured patients who qualify and for whom
no alternative source of reimbursement can be identified. Patients must reside
in the United States and have a U.S. treating physician. Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - For Amaryl (glimepiride) and Lantus (insulin) - Lovenox Patient Assistance Program and the Aventis Patient Assistance Program - 1-888-632-8607; 1-888-875-9951. SANOFI-SYNTHELABO INC. SCHERING LABORATORIES/KEY PHARMACEUTICALS
Schering Commitment to Care Program - Schering-Plough is committed to improving the health and well-being of people throughout the world. Seniors Inc, Prescription Drug Assistance - A nonprofit organization that helps seniors apply for free and affordable medications. There is no charge for their services. SEARLE Product Covered: See aslo Pharmacia. Aldactazide, Aldactone, Calan SR, Kerlone, Covera-HS Eligibility: Based on federal poverty level and no prescription drug coverage. Patients in Need Foundation Eligibility:
The physician is the sole determinant of a patient's eligibility for
the program based on medical and economic need. Searle provides guidelines for
physicians to consider, but they are not requirements. Searle does not review
documentation for eligibility. The guidelines suggest that: patient suffers from
conditions for which a Searle product in the Patients in Need program may be
appropriate; patient does not qualify for outpatient prescription drugs under
private insurance, a public program, or other assistance that pays in whole or
in part for prescription drugs; SERONO LABORATORIES, INC. SERONO LABORATORIES, INC. SIGMA-TAU PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. Eligibility: All applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Eligibility is determined by medical and financial criteria and applied to a cost-share formula. A patient applying for eligibility under the CDA Program must first demonstrate having a legal prescription for Carnitor. Second, the applicant must prove financial need above and beyond the availability of federal and state funds, private insurance or family resources. If an applicant is a minor or an adult dependent, NORD may request financial information of family members or guardians before determining the applicant's eligibility. Applications must be submitted annually to determine continued medical and financial eligibility. Acceptance into the program at any time does not guarantee ongoing eligibility, nor does it mean that applicants are entitled to or will be granted benefits at a later time. STATE
AND FEDERAL ASSOCIATES Eligibility: If the patient is not covered for
outpatient prescription drugs under private insurance or a public program, the
patient's income must fall below the level selected by the company. If the
patient has insurance coverage for outpatient prescription drugs, he or she may
be eligible for assistance with deductibles or maximum benefit limits.
Eligibility is determined by the company based on income information provided by
the physician. THE SUPPORT PROGRAM FOR CRIXIVAN Eligibility: The SUPPORT program assists patients who are prescribed Crixivan and are uncertain of their insurance coverage, in locating payment sources for Crixivan Free product is provided to those uninsured patients who qualify, and for whom no alternative source of coverage can be identified. Patients must also reside in the United States and have a U.S. treating physician. All applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Product is shipped to the prescriber's office for distribution to the patient. Medicine is labeled for the patient. Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America - Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride - Takeda Patient Assistance Program - 1-800-830-9159 TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS AMERICA Together Rx Prescription Savings Program – Offers a free prescription discount card (20-40% off many name brands, additional discounts off generic drugs) to senior citizens. See site for full list of eligibility requirements. The United Health Alliance - Also fills your prescription by a licensed Canadian pharmacy. Upjohn/Pharmacia
Corporation (Maker of
Depo-Testosterone) Tel: 616-323-8844 Veteran’s Administration - For active and retired military personnel and their families - 1-877-222-8387 or http://www.tricare.osd.mil/ (mail order pharmacy) WYETH-AYERST LABORATORIES WYETH-AYERST
LABORATORIES Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories Indigent Patient Program - For many years, Wyeth has been committed to helping patients in need receive their medications free of charge. Xubex.com- - A patient assistance organization that offers a FREE diabetes Care Kit which includes Ascensia® blood glucose meter, Lancet device, carrying case and strips. Must be 14 years of age or older to receive this offer (courtesty of Bayer). This offer is open to US Residents only. Zeneca Pharmaceuticals Patient Assistance Program - Providing access to healthcare for everyone who needs it is one of the greatest challenges the world faces today. Other Resources to Explore for Prescription Drugs and Medical SuppliesIf you can't pay for your medicines and supplies without help, you should tell your health care provider. Your doctor may be able to direct you to local programs or even provide free samples. You or your doctor can order a free filament to check feet for nerve damage. The filament (with instructions for use) is available by calling the Bureau of Primary Health Care's (BPHC's) Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention Program (LEAP) at 1–888–ASK–HRSA (275–4772) or by accessing www.bphc.hrsa.gov/leap on the Internet. The Medicare Prescription Program offers a searchable database of prescription drug assistance programs. The website offers information on public and private programs with discounted or free medication. You can also learn about Medicare health plans with prescription coverage. Try contacting a local shelter for more information on how to obtain free medications and medical supplies; sometimes private or public corporations offer shelters medication and medical assistance. Check your phone book under Human Service Organizations or Social Service Organizations for the number of your nearest shelter. Previous Page -- DIABETES ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS -- Next Page
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