We all know the cost of medications can add up quickly, especially if you take more than one or are on maintenance drugs. Here are some money-saving tips that might help.
- Using a network pharmacy helps lower your out-of-pocket expenses. A preferred pharmacy can save you even more money!
- Try a mail-order pharmacy. You can get up to a 100-day supply of your medications (saves money) and reduce trips to the pharmacy (saves time and money). Learn more about the mail-order option available to HealthTeam Advantage members.
- Consider generic over brand. Ask your doctor if there are generic alternatives to your brand name meds.
- Review your plan’s comprehensive drug formulary—the list of all medicines covered. Take the list to your doctor’s appointment or look up prescriptions online anytime.
- Get your annual wellness exam and take advantage of screenings (diabetes, mammogram, and cardiovascular disease). Early detection costs less to treat and reduces your chances of taking medications for a long period of time.
The ongoing cost of prescription drugs can be a challenge. Visit our website to learn about the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan and programs that can help lower your drug costs.
Source: National Institute on Aging
