Free medication-help resources
All free, all official or nonprofit sources. Links go to outside sites we don't control. Programs change, so check each one for current rules.
Comparing cash prices
Prescription prices can differ a lot between pharmacies, even for the same drug. Price-comparison websites and apps show cash prices at nearby pharmacies, often with a discount coupon. Compare a few pharmacies, compare against your insurance copay, and ask your pharmacist about lower-cost generics.
Medicare Extra Help (Low-Income Subsidy)
Helps people with limited income and resources pay Medicare drug plan costs. Apply through Social Security.
Visit official site →Medicare Plan Finder
Compare Medicare drug plans by your medications and pharmacy.
Visit official site →Help with Medicare drug costs
Medicare's own guide to programs that lower drug costs, including state programs.
Visit official site →Texas Medicaid & CHIP
Health coverage, including prescriptions, for eligible Texans.
Visit official site →Your Texas Benefits
Apply for Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP and other Texas benefits online.
Visit official site →Texas HIV Medication Program
State program that helps eligible Texans get HIV medications.
Visit official site →State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs)
State-by-state list of drug help programs, from NeedyMeds.
Visit official site →NeedyMeds
Free nonprofit database of patient assistance programs, coupons and low-cost clinics.
Visit official site →RxAssist
Directory of manufacturer patient assistance programs (free or low-cost brand medications).
Visit official site →PAN Foundation FundFinder
Disease funds that help with copays. Funds open and close, so check if open.
Visit official site →HealthWell Foundation disease funds
Copay and premium help by disease. Check if the fund is open.
Visit official site →Find a Health Center (HRSA)
Community health centers charge on a sliding scale by income, and many have low-cost pharmacies (often through the federal 340B program).
Visit official site →HealthCare.gov
Shop Marketplace plans; many people qualify for help paying premiums.
Visit official site →Want someone to walk you through it? PillSaver's free help can guide you to the programs you may qualify for.