Medication cost is a stressor for many people. Use the tips below to start saving money on your prescriptions. Always talk to your doctor before making any changes to your medications.
1 . Use Generic Medications
Ask your doctor about switching to generic medications.
Benefits include:
- Less expensive (85% cheaper on average)
- Equally as effective
- More options available
- Typically well-stocked at the pharmacy
- Most health insurance benefits now include the option to buy a 90-day supply of your medications, which is often less expensive than purchasing a 30-day supply.
2 . Ask for a 90-day Supply
Most health insurance benefits now include the option to buy a 90-day supply of your medications, which is often less expensive than purchasing a 30-day supply.
3 . Medication Savings Tools
Free, online savings tools that provide prescription coupons for purchasing medications in cash.(1)
4 . Shop Around for Direct Savings
- Costco: Exclusive discounts when paying cash
- Walmart: $4 / 30-day supply and $10 / 90-day supply on select medications
- Walgreens: Prescription savings club members get discounts on select medications
- Sam’s Club: Extra discounts available for Sam’s Plus members on select medications
- Local pharmacy: Call to ask for the cash price, which may be less than your copay
5 . Assistance Programs
If eligible, offers free or reduced copays for medications if you need assistance.(2)
- AACE Prescription Directory: Find programs to assist with endocrine related medications
- BenefitsCheckUp: Assistance programs for seniors
- NeedyMeds: Includes most patient assistance programs
- Medication Assistance Tool: Online tool that evaluates your background to identify which assistance programs you qualify for
Questions About Your Medications?
Contact our care coordination team, part of your healthcare team, by calling 602.406.7226 or emailing members@azcarenetwork.org.