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GUEST OPINION
The Prescription Drug Assistance Foundation (PDAF) assists Washington State residents with inadequate prescription drug coverage, even if they have private insurance, Medicaid, or a plan on the healthcare exchange. PDAF makes medications available to low to moderate income, uninsured, and underinsured Washingtonians at no or reduced cost.
Contact them at 509-981-6420, 509-979-4910, or visit www:prescriptiondrugassistance.org.
GoodRx is a free program that saves up to 80% on prescriptions even if you have private insurance, Medicaid, or a plan on the healthcare exchange. GoodRx is not insurance and cannot be combined with insurance; use it instead of insurance at the pharmacy counter.
Get a GoodRx coupon from their website www.goodrx. com. Enter the medication name and your location to see a list of prices at nearby pharmacies. Select your pharmacy and generate a free coupon. Print the coupon out or have it texted, emailed, or mailed to you. When you pick up your prescription, show the coupon to the pharmacist who will enter the coupon numbers into their system for the discounted price.
The discounted price cannot lower your insurance co-pay but may be lower than your copay. The coupon cannot be used in combination with insurance or any other discounts. Ask your pharmacist to help you find the best possible price. Most people will use the basic free plan, but there are several others. For more information see www.goodrx.com. For assistance with using this coupon, contact the Good Rx Patient Advocates at 855 426-4465 or support.goodrx.com Here are some other programs to help save money on prescriptions. These programs are free, require no insurance, and are ideal for those uninsured or under-insured. Checking prices on the website or app is the best way to compare prices.
BuzzRx www.buzzrx.com SingleCare www.singlecare.com America’s pharmacy www.americaspharmacy.com Walmart’s $4 Prescription Program offers a wide range of essential generic medications for as low as $4 for a 30-day supply, or $10 for a 90-day supply, with no insurance or membership needed. For prices and availability contact your Walmart pharmacy.
These programs have saved billions of dollars of prescription costs.
BON WAKABAYASHI IS A COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER AND ORGANIZER BASED IN THE SPOKANE AREA AND KNOWN FOR HER WORK WITH THE NORTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY IN ELK. SHE IS A FOUNDER OF THE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION BLESSINGS AND BEYOND. SHE FOCUSES ON COMMUNITY SERVICE, DONATIONS AND SUPPORTING LOCAL FAMILIES.
