Pricey prescriptions gotcha down? There are a few options to look into when filling your medications even if you have insurance.
- Grab those prescription discount cards displayed at the doctor's office or pharmacy counter tops.
Example cards
As you can see, I have several and I carry them with me all the time. Different pharmacies accept different types or you may get a better discount with one card over another. The key is to have options! These cards usually can be used in conjunction with insurance. If not they sometimes give you a bigger discount than insurance and it may be worth while to use it instead of your insurance.
- Research price differences at your local pharmacies.
- Download the Good RX app.
I downloaded the app, searched my son's prescription and I was presented with a list of pharmacies and prices they offered for the medication.
Example of Medication Search
Example Coupon to Present to Pharmacy
The app has great money saving features, such as alerts to let you know if another pharmacy other than your selected favorite, has your medications for a lower price. It also has a specific tool called "Find My Best Pharmacy." This tool helps you find the pharmacy with the lowest total price for all your medications so that you don't have to use several pharmacies just to save money.
Example Savings Alert and Tool
Prescriptions and medications are a necessity for most of us to live happy, healthy, "normal" lives whether we want to admit it or not. Whether you have an infection, virus, or need to take daily medication for a variety of reasons these methods are simple, free, and easy to do in order to save you money on the medications you need. Don't go without when there are options that make medication affordable. Remember, every little bit counts and can add up to a huge saving!!!