Maryland Assistance Programs
Maryland Rx Card
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
The program is open to all residents of the state of Maryland.
Phone Number:
(800) 301-4679
Program Description:
Maryland Rx Card is the free statewide prescription assistance program available to all Maryland residents. The program was launched in June 2009 to help uninsured and underinsured Marylanders afford prescription medications. Those with insurance can also use the program for medications not covered through their pharmacy benefits. There are no restrictions, no age or income requirements, no waiting periods and no enrollment forms to fill out.
Maryland Rx Card is in partnership with the following organizations: The Maryland State Medical Society (MedChi), The Maryland Academy of Physician Assistants, Maryland Society of Accountants, Maryland Association of Realtors, Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians, Prince George's County Medical Society, and Baltimore City Medical Society. Maryland Rx Card also works with several hospitals, physician clinics, health departments and urgent care clinics throughout the state in an effort to create awareness and provide channels of distribution.
This free program provides savings of up to 80% on most generic and brand medications. The program is completely confidential and all cards are pre-activated and do not expire. Residents of Maryland that are unable to obtain a hard card can visit any Safeway or Giant pharmacy and simply ask to have their prescriptions processed through the Maryland Rx Card. The program is also accepted at Martin's, CVS/pharmacy, Kmart, Harris Teeter, Super Fresh, Target, Walgreens, along with 68,000 other participating pharmacies nationwide.
The Maryland Rx Card is a simple solution to the confusing maze of discount programs that have appeared in recent years. Residents of Maryland can obtain a pre-activated free Rx card, search drug pricing, and locate participating pharmacies by visiting www.marylandrxcard.com.
Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program
Website:
phpa.dhmh.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/pages/madap.aspx
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
YOU MUST BE HIV POSITIVE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS PROGRAM.
Phone Number:
(800) 638-6252
Program Description:
Applicant must provide proof of HIV+ status
Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program
Website:
mmcp.dhmh.maryland.gov/chp/pages/Home.aspx
Cost:
free or at a reduced cost
Eligibility Requirements:
Children under age 19, who are not eligible for Medicaid Pregnant women of any age Whose countable income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level Children of employed parents whose employer does not offer family health insurance (NOTE: In some instances, having health insurance will not prevent you from being eligible for MCHIP. Even if you have health insurance, it's best to apply and let the case manager assigned to your application determine your eligibility)
Phone Number:
(800) 456-8900
Program Description:
The Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program (MCHIP) gives full health benefits for children up to age 19, and pregnant women of any age who meet the income guidelines. MCHIP provides care through a variety of Managed Care Organizations (MCOs).
Maryland Medicaid Pharmacy Program (MPP)
Website:
mmcp.dhmh.maryland.gov/pap/Pages/paphome.aspx
Cost:
The amount of the co-payment depends upon the program
Eligibility Requirements:
All applicants must be U.S. citizens or qualified aliens.
Phone Number:
1-800-492-5231
The Maryland Department of Aging
Website:
www.aging.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
edicare beneficiaries, including those under 65 years of age.
Phone Number:
(410) 396-2273
Rx Assist
Website:
Cost:
No Cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Each program has it's own rules. Usually an individual must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Have no prescription insurance coverage
- Have an income under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
Email:
Program Description:
RxAssist is web based medication assistance resource center. RxAssist gives providers, advocates, consumer and caregivers comprehensive, up-to-date information in an easy to use format.
