i have no insurance. how can i get my medicine? i am low income and dont quality for public aid?

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i have had a 5 way bypass and am diabetic. i have no insurance and dont qualify for public assistance. Any ideas on help to get the meds i need and can afford

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Contact some of the companies that make your medicine. some companies have program where they give medicine to people with low incomes. There is a number you can call to see if you are eligible. I had the number , but I threw it away. Call your public library and see if you can get the number from them.

Try to the contact the makers of the medications you need to take, often these companies have patient assistance programs to help with the cost of the meds. Your doctor should be able to give you information on this topic. Many organizations offer help with medications. Here are a few:

http://www.rxoutreach.com/en/about/aboutassist.aspx

http://www.rxassist.org

http://www.needymeds.com

http://www.phrma.org

http://www.rxhope.com

With you having diabetes, and other serious health problems, you may qualify for SSI or SSDI through Social Security. Even if you are able to work, they may qualify you for Medicaid, depending on your income. You can fill out the application for SSI, SSDI, and Medicaid on the Social Security website at: http://www.ssa.gov. Do not make assumptions about qualifications; you may be surprised.

Also, you may qualify for food stamps if you are unable to work. Most food stamp offices can assist you with applying for Medicaid.

There is no shame in applying for these assistance programs. They are there for exactly that reason.

Another un-tapped source is local churches. Many have programs that assist with various needs. If you are a member of a church, speak to the clergy to see if they can help.

If you run out of options, feel free to send me a private message. I am happy to help you ferret out any possible assistance. I got sick in 1999 and ended up having to stop working. I applied for SSI and ended up having to file all of the appeals. It took 27 months, but they finally approved my case. I came close to losing my house, my car, and pretty much everything I owned. How I managed with no income for so long, I still cannot comprehend how I did it.

I wish you all the luck!!

Will D
Enterprise AL do a google search for the drug company that makes your medicine, most of them have a reduced or free program for ppl like you that dont qualify for public aid, also ask your doctor about sample drugs. the website www.pparx,com has lists by medications of the drug programs available

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