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March 6
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

There is an additional program for lower income to help with Part D. Check out this link on the SS website. Good luck.

https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra-help

https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/part-d-extra-help
March 20
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Have you tried asking your doctor or medical clinic if they have any payment assistance plan available? Also check with goodRx online when you have to get a prescription to see what their rate is. If it's a lot lower than the pharmacy show them that and they are supposed to supposedly match it. Otherwise I'm not sure what to do. It's horrible how they overcharge for an item people need all the time

March 9 (edited)
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Thank you. I do have part D. My issue is copay for the year is $2100. I cannot find assistance to cover some or all. Cannot afford $447.95 twice a week for my YUMFLA. 🤔

March 9
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Medicare Part D is the primary component that covers prescription drugs. It is an optional,123, insurance-based program provided through private companies approved by Medicare to help with brand-name and generic drug costs. It is available to anyone with Medicare and can be added to Original Medicare or included in a Medicare Advantage Plan.
Medicare (.gov)

March 9
MyPsoriasisTeam

Are there copay assistance options for Medicare recipients with psoriasis?

Unfortunately, most copay assistance cards from drug manufacturers are only available for people with private insurance, not Medicare or Medicaid. This is a frustrating reality that many people face.

However, there are other financial assistance Show Full Answer

Are there copay assistance options for Medicare recipients with psoriasis?

Unfortunately, most copay assistance cards from drug manufacturers are only available for people with private insurance, not Medicare or Medicaid. This is a frustrating reality that many people face.

However, there are other financial assistance options worth exploring:

Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs): These programs from drug manufacturers may provide medications at reduced cost or free based on household income. You can:
- Ask your doctor if the manufacturer of your medication offers a PAP
- Contact organizations like Simplefill or NeedyMeds that help people access these programs
- Check if your state offers prescription drug support

Additional Steps:
- Contact the drug manufacturer directly to ask about any Medicare-specific programs
- Request a detailed, itemized bill to check for errors (about 80% of medical bills contain mistakes)
- Consider working with a medical bill advocate or family member to help navigate options

The $1,000 monthly cost is genuinely difficult to manage. Don't ignore the financial burden - exploring these alternatives now can help prevent the situation from becoming more overwhelming.

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