Do You Need Help with Your Prescription Drug Costs?

The cost of medications can vary greatly by pharmacy, even within the same city. Here are some tips to help you get the best value:

DISCOVER THE RIGHT PHARMACY FOR YOU

The right pharmacy can help you in many ways. Some locations provide low-cost options for routine health care needs. Pharmacies these days can put you on a journey to better health from a single location. 

BUILD A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR PHARMACIST

Drug interactions can be dangerous. Side effects can be uncomfortable. Fortunately, pharmacists are looking out for your health. If they have concerns about drug interactions, they will call your doctor — you won’t have to do a thing. They also know the best ways to handle side effects, and they’ll share strategies to beat them.

EASE AND CONVENIENCE

Your pharmacy can help by arranging for 90-day supplies of some prescriptions. 90-day supplies (or up to your health insurance plan maximum) mean fewer trips to the pharmacy and often cheaper.

ASK A CARE TEAM MEMBER ABOUT GENERIC DRUGS AND/OR PREFERRED FORMULARY UNIQUE TO YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN

If you’re taking one or several medications, generic drugs and/or preferred formulary offer considerable savings and can be just as effective as the name brand version or other same class medication. Talk to your care team about your options.

USE MANUFACTURER’S COUPON

Some manufacturers and companies offer prescription drug discounts. For Medicare beneficiaries the Medicare Coverage Gap Discount Program (Discount Program) makes manufacturer discounts available.