Application Assistance
Application Assistance helps people gain access to drug company assistance programs supplying prescription medications at low or no cost. In addition, a pharmacist may contact you to discuss your options.
Application Assistance does not:
* Pay for medications.
* Reimburse past medication expenses.
It is important to take medications exactly as prescribed. Not being able to afford needed medications can affect how you take them. Failure to follow your doctor's instructions can result in serious illness, hospitalization, nursing home placement or in some cases death.
Eligibility:
A person may be eligible for Application Assistance if he or she meets the following requirements.
* You must be a South Dakota resident.
* You have no prescription drug coverage through private insurance.
* You do not qualify for any state assistance programs for prescription drugs.
* You have a low income. You must be within the following income and asset guidelines to be eligible for the Application Assistance Program.
Medical@state.sd.us
