From discovering information on Medicare prescription
drug benefits to getting details on The Pharmacy Connection,
the resources below will be assistance to anyone
interested in issues related to increasing access to
medications for Virginia's uninsured.
As an added resource, VHCF has compiled a Generic Medication Access Chart. This chart lists hundreds of medications by brand name and generic name, shows which of eight selected retailers' discount generic drug programs carry the medication, and indicates how much each charges. (Please note that prices and medications included may change without notice.) Generic MedSearch is another new tool that includes all of the deeply discounted generic drugs from Walmart/Sams, Target, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Kroger, Ralphs, CVS, Kmart and Giant. It includes the number of pills supplied and the cost for 30 and 90 days from most pharmacies.
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"HOW TO" TOOLS
| How to Start a MAP Using The Pharmacy Connection |
| File: TipsforStartingaMAPwithTPC.doc |
| Helpful hints for starting up a Medication Assistance Program with The Pharmacy Connection. |
HELPFUL INFORMATION
| Partnership for Prescription Assistance |
| http://www.pparx.org |
| The Partnership for Prescription Assistance brings together America's pharmaceutical companies, doctors, other health care providers, patient advocacy organizations and community groups to help qualifying patients who lack prescription coverage get the medicines they need through the public or private program that's right for them. Many will get them free or nearly free. |
| Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program |
| http://www.vda.virginia.gov/vicap2.asp |
| Individual insurance counseling assistance is available to Virginia seniors through the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP). VICAP counselors at your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) can help you resolve claims or billing problems. They can also assist you with filing for benefits, and sorting through complicated statements and notices. Trained VICAP counselors in communities across the state provide confidential assistance to individuals in their area free of charge. |
| Medicare Prescription Drug Plans |
| http://www.medicare.gov |
| In-depth information on Medicare prescription drug program options, including help finding the best plan to fit your needs, is available through the Medicare website or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) (TTY users 1-877-486-2048). |
| Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services |
| http://www.cms.hhs.gov/ |
| Comprehensive info on Medicare & Medicaid services and eligibility. |
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