New Hampshire Assistance Programs
New Hampshire Medicaid
Website:
www.dhhs.state.nh.us/ombp/medicaid
Cost:
free or at a reduced cost
Eligibility Requirements:
There are three types of eligibility requirements: general, financial and medical. Determinations of a person's eligibility for Medicaid services are made by several different units within DHHS.
Phone Number:
(603) 271-4344
New Hampshire Rx Card
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
The program is open to all residents of the state of New Hampshire.
Phone Number:
(800) 931-5042
Program Description:
New Hampshire Rx Card is the state's FREE prescription assistance program. In October 2009, the program was launched to help the uninsured and underinsured citizens of New Hampshire afford their prescription medications. The NH Rx Card provides free drug cards to all New Hampshire residents and offers savings of up to 80% on prescriptions at participating pharmacies. This program has no restrictions to membership, no income requirements, no age limitations, and there are no applications to fill out. There are currently more than 68,000 pharmacy locations across the country participating in the program. Those with insurance can also use the program for medications not covered through their pharmacy benefits.
The New Hampshire Rx Card is now working with the New Hampshire Medical Society (NHMS) and the Business and Industry Association (New Hampshire's Statewide Chamber of Commerce) to create awareness for the program. Anyone not able to access the website, or otherwise obtain a member card, can visit any Shaw's Osco Pharmacy in New Hampshire and mention the New Hampshire Rx Card to the pharmacist.The New Hampshire Rx Card is a simple solution to the confusing maze of discount programs that have appeared in recent years. Residents can print a free pre-activated card, locate participating pharmacies, and search drug pricing by visiting www.newhampshirerxcard.com.
New Hampshire Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Your child or teen may be able to enroll in the CHIP component of New Hampshire Medicaid if he/she is: Under the age of 19 or be a primary care giver with a child under the age of 19 A U.S. citizen A refugee, in the U.S. for at least five years Your family income and size will determine if your child qualifies for coverage and if you are required to make monthly premium payments.
Phone Number:
(877) 464-2447
Program Description:
CHIP is a health insurance program for uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance.
New Hampshire Medication Bridge Program
Website:
www.healthynh.com/index.php/medication-bridge.html
Cost:
free or at a reduced cost
Eligibility Requirements:
Every major pharmaceutical company has a Patient Assistance Program that offers many of its medications free or at a reduced cost to eligible individuals. Eligibility requirements include:The patient must be a U.S. resident. The patient must not be eligible for any other type of prescription coverage for that particular medication, including Medicaid, VA, private insurance, etc. Household income generally must be less than 200% of poverty level, though this varies by company. Only long-term medications are covered.
Phone Number:
(603) 225-0900
Program Description:
An initiative to help low-income persons access needed medications from pharmaceutical companies.
NH ServiceLink Resource Center
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
ServiceLink is available to New Hampshire residents' age 60 and older, adults 18 and older living with a disability or chronic illness, their caregivers, and anyone interested in long-term care planning.
Phone Number:
(866) 634-9412
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.