Free & Low-Cost Medications
Most pharmaceutical companies offer patient assistance programs that provide free or heavily discounted medications to qualifying patients. Here are real programs you can apply to today.
Quick Tip
Most programs require that you have a valid prescription from your doctor and meet income requirements (typically under $60,000/year for individuals).
Major Patient Assistance Programs
Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief
Who qualifies: Patients with insurance earning under $60,000/year (individual) or $123,000/year (family of 4)
Assistance: Up to $7,500 per year for prescription co-pays and deductibles
Apply: copays.org or call (866) 512-3861
Documents needed: Insurance card, income proof, prescription
Processing time: 10-15 business days
Apply NowGood Days Foundation
Who qualifies: Patients with specific chronic conditions and financial need
Assistance: Up to $7,200 per year for treatment costs
Apply: mygooddays.org or call (877) 968-7233
Income limit: Under $100,000/year household income
Coverage: Chronic wounds, diabetic complications, and related conditions
Check EligibilityHealthWell Foundation
Who qualifies: Patients with insurance and financial hardship
Assistance: Varies by fund, typically $2,500-$7,500/year
Apply: healthwellfoundation.org or call (800) 675-8416
Income limit: Up to 500% of Federal Poverty Level (about $60,000 individual)
Special focus: Chronic disease management and specialty medications
Find FundPharmaceutical Company Programs
These programs provide FREE medications directly from drug manufacturers to uninsured or underinsured patients.
Pfizer Patient Assistance Program
Income limit: Under $48,000/year (individual) or $98,000/year (family of 4)
Insurance requirement: Uninsured or underinsured
Medications: All Pfizer brand medications (when prescribed)
Cost: FREE
Apply through: Your doctor's office
Website: pfizerpatientassistance.com
Phone: (844) 989-7284
Johnson & Johnson Patient Assistance Foundation
Income limit: Under $60,000/year (individual)
Insurance requirement: Uninsured, underinsured, or Medicare Part D gap
Medications: J&J prescription medications including wound care products
Cost: FREE
Apply: Online or through healthcare provider
Website: jjpaf.org
Phone: (800) 652-6227
Merck True North Advocates Program
Income limit: Under $60,000/year (individual)
Insurance requirement: No prescription drug coverage
Medications: Most Merck prescription medications
Cost: FREE
Apply: Through healthcare provider only
Website: merckhelps.com
Phone: (866) 363-6379
Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation
Income limit: Under $75,000/year (individual)
Insurance requirement: Uninsured or inadequate coverage
Medications: Novartis brand medications
Cost: FREE
Apply: Online application available
Website: novartis.us
Phone: (800) 277-2254
Prescription Discount Programs
GoodRx
Type: Prescription discount program
Eligibility: Anyone (no income limits)
Savings: 10-80% off retail prescription prices
Cost: FREE to use
How to use: Show coupon at pharmacy
Website: goodrx.com
Get CouponsNeedyMeds
Type: Comprehensive assistance database
Eligibility: Varies by program
Services: Program database, discount cards, application help
Cost: FREE resources
Special feature: Searches all available programs for your medication
Website: needymeds.org
Phone: (800) 503-6897
Search ProgramsRxHope
Type: Patient assistance application service
Eligibility: Based on specific program requirements
Services: Free help completing applications
Cost: FREE service
Special feature: Personal assistance with applications
Website: rxhope.com
Phone: (877) 267-0517
Get Help ApplyingHow to Apply Step-by-Step
Gather Required Documents
- Recent tax return or pay stubs (proof of income)
- Insurance cards (if you have insurance)
- Prescription from your doctor
- Bank statements (some programs require)
- Proof of citizenship or legal residence
Choose the Right Program
If you have insurance: Start with co-pay relief programs (Patient Advocate Foundation, Good Days, HealthWell)
If you don't have insurance: Apply to pharmaceutical company programs for your specific medication
Complete the Application
Most applications can be completed online. Some pharmaceutical programs require your doctor to submit the application.
Tip: Apply to multiple programs - you can have backup options if one doesn't work out.
Follow Up
Most programs respond within 10-15 business days. If approved, you'll receive instructions on how to use your benefits.
Important: Benefits typically need to be renewed annually.
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