North Carolina Assistance Programs
North Carolina Drug Card
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
The program is open to all residents of the state of North Carolina.
Phone Number:
(828) 638-4567
Program Description:
North Carolina Drug Card is the statewide free prescription assistance program open to all North Carolina residents. The program was launched in August of 2007 to help uninsured and underinsured residents of North Carolina afford their prescription medications. Those with insurance also can use the program to discount non-covered medications. Everyone is eligible for this free program and there are no enrollment requirements.
North Carolina Drug Card is working with the NC Academy of Physician Assistants (NCAPA), Health Access America, North Carolina Medical Society, Palmetto Outreach and many other healthcare-related organizations in an effort to expand card distribution sites throughout the state. North Carolina Drug Card provides savings as high as 80% on most brand and generic medications. The program is completely confidential and all cards are pre-activated and do not expire. The program is accepted at CVS/pharmacy, Walgreens, BI-LO, Kmart, Fred's, Ingles, Kerr, Longs, Target and Walmart, as well as 68,000 other participating pharmacies nationwide. This Program is not insurance
With today's rising cost of health care, the North Carolina Drug Card is a simple solution to the high cost of prescription medications. Residents can print a free pre-activated card, locate participating pharmacies, and search drug pricing by visiting www.NorthCarolinaDrugCard.com.
North Carolina Health Choice
Website:
www.ncdhhs.gov/dma/healthchoice/index.htm
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Your family's monthly income must be equal to or less than 200% of the federal income limits. If your family's monthly income is slightly over the income limits listed below, your child(ren) may still be eligible. There are deductions for child care and a $90 work-related expense deduction for each family member who works.
Phone Number:
(800) 367-2229
Program Description:
North Carolina Health Choice (NCHC) for Children is a free or reduced price comprehensive health care program for children. If your family makes too much money to qualify for Medicaid but too little to afford rising health insurance premiums, your child(ren) may qualify for NCHC.
North Carolina HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch
Website:
epi.publichealth.nc.gov/cd/stds/program.html
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be HIV Postive and income must be at or below 125% of the current Federal Poverty Level
Phone Number:
(800) 342-2437
Medicaid
Website:
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Medicaid serves low-income parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. There are different types of coverage for people with different needs. Income and resource limits vary. To be eligible for Medicaid, you must also: Be a U.S. citizen or provide proof of eligible immigration status. Individuals only applying for emergency services are not required to provide documentation of immigration status. Live in North Carolina, and provide proof of residency. Have a Social Security number or have applied for one.
Phone Number:
(800) 662-7030
SHIIP
Website:
www.ncdoi.com/SHIIP/Default.aspx
Cost:
No cost.
Eligibility Requirements:
Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers.
Phone Number:
(919) 807-6900
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.
