New York State Working with Pharmacies and Manufacturers to Lower Drug
Costs
New York State recently introduced the New York Prescription Saver
(NYPS),
a
free prescription discount card that can help save on the cost of
prescription drugs. The card is for New York State residents who are 50
to
64 years of age or persons with a disability regardless of age. Income
eligibility limits are up to $35,000 single and $50,000 married. Those
with
Medicaid coverage are not eligible.
The NYPS card can lower the cost of prescriptions by as much as 60
percent
on generics and 30 percent on brand name drugs. When the card is
presented,
the price will be reduced by a cash discount right at the pharmacy
counter.
Most outpatient prescription drugs are eligible for a discount. New York
State is sponsoring the program with the support of a statewide network
of
over 3,900 pharmacies that are generously providing these discounts. Many
pharmaceutical manufacturers are also participating and providing
additional
discounts.
Individuals must meet the income requirements and use the card at
participating pharmacies. Applicants can apply online at
http://nyprescriptionsaver.fhsc.com, download a NYPS application from the
website and mail it in, or call the toll-free Helpline at 1-800-788-6917.
Participating pharmacies and the discounted prices for drugs can be found
on
the website.
The NYPS program has outreach representatives across the State who can
provide training to help others apply or present program information to
groups. If you would like to make arrangements to have an outreach
representative attend an event or meeting, please contact Joyce
Finkelmeier
through the toll-free number above. If you have questions regarding the
NYPS
program, you may call Curtis Funk, EPIC Outreach Coordinator, at
518-452-6880.
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