Applications

• Patients, caregivers and doctors can print applications and fill them out. This option helps doctors prescribe medications that are covered by the program (see Resources).
  
  

Eligibility

• In order to qualify for assistance, the applicant can make up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. He must not have insurance that includes prescription coverage.
  
  

Programs

• There are numerous programs available through Partnership for Prescription Assistance. These include free or almost free medications from over 475 private and public companies, as well as 180 pharmaceutical companies.
  
  

For the Insured

• The PPA offers programs to people who have prescription coverage but can't afford their co-pays. In order to qualify for these programs, the patient has to meet certain medical qualifications as well as certain income guidelines.
  
  

Cost of Applying

• There is no cost associated with applying for prescription help through PPA, except for the costs associated with printing applications and sending the application and supporting documentations in for verification.