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Newark Now Programs:
NewarkRx is an innovative program created in partnership with the Heinz Family Philanthropies to assist low-income, uninsured or underinsured New Jersey residents with obtaining access to critically needed, often life-sustaining, prescription medications. NewarkRx is dedicated to helping patients get prescription medicine for free or at a deep discount. The goal of this program is to help make healthcare more affordable for Newarkers, so they can stay healthy and avoid preventable emergency department visits or hospitalizations. For more information see the program website: http://www.ps2healthcare.org.
Individuals who are uninsured may be eligible to receive a year of brand-name medication for free through NewarkRx. There is no limit to the number of prescriptions or dollar value of this benefit and it is free to both the patient and provider. Interested patients can enroll in this program by visiting any Newark Now location with an original prescription. Another component of the program is the Brick City Rx generic formulary. NewarkRx partners with a number of local pharmacies to offer several hundred generic medications for as little as $2 for a 30-day supply. The latest program available to Newark residents is the City of Newark Free Discount Prescription Card. This card provides individuals with a discount of up to 65% off prescription medication, regardless of insurance. The card can be used a wide array of City drug stores, including all major chains and most independent pharmacies. The card also offers substantial discounts on lab fees and tests, helps with some expenses not covered by Medicare, and has no health, age, or income restrictions. The Newark Rx Discount Card is available at many city buildings, Newark Now sites, local pharmacies, or online at www.coast2coastrx.com/newarknj.
For more information about NewarkRx, call 973-624-3733 or email newarkrx@gmail.com.
NewarkRx FAQ
Who does NewarkRx help?
NewarkRx mainly helps people who do not have prescription insurance coverage. This includes people with no health insurance at all, as well as people who may have some insurance but no coverage for prescription drugs.
What if I do have health insurance?
We can still help you take advantage of the City of Newark Free Discount Prescription Card, as well as our Brick City Rx discount formulary.
What if I have Medicare?
We can assist people who do not have Medicare Part D. We can also help connect seniors with limited means to the Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS), which is worth $3,900 in additional benefits. More information on the LIS can be found on the Social Security website: http://www.ssa.gov/prescriptionhelp/
How much does it cost?
NewarkRx is FREE! The Brick City Rx discount formulary offers medications at $2-$4. There are no fees associated with using the discount card.
What medications are available?
With NewarkRx, we can help you get access to over 1800 brand-name prescription meds. The Brick City Rx generic list has about 400 meds. The card offers discounts on tens of thousands of medications, as well as other health services like lab tests and imaging studies (and pet meds!).
How do I sign up?
We can help you at any Newark Now location. You can come to the Financial Empowerment Center, or to any of the Family Success Centers. You will need to bring an original prescription from your doctor, and your proof of income.
I am a provider or a pharmacist, how do I get involved?
We would love to hear from you! Please call 973-624-3733 or email newarkrx@gmail.com.
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