Prescription Drug Assistance

For information about receiving prescription medicines by mail, or help in lowering prescription medication costs, call AMOS (below).

AMOS – Affordable Medicine Options for Seniors (CAC)

524-2786
Office on Aging
2247 Western Avenue, 37921 (street)
P.O. Box 51650, 37950-1650 (mailing)
AMOS provides general information, individual advice, referrals, and assistance with application forms to lower prescription medicine costs. Available for group presentations. No fees.
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Medicare Part D

1-800-633-4227
The optional Medicare Prescription Drug benefit (Medicare Part D) is available to all Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part A or Part B or a Medicare Advantage plan. Call AMOS for advice and assistance in enrolling in Part D and for help in applying for Extra Help for Part D.

National Council on the Aging

1-888-268-6706
Offers an Internet search engine, called Benefits Checkup, for information on assistance with prescription drugs and other expenses.
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Partnership for Prescription Assistance

1-888-477-2669
Information about free and discounted medicines through Patient Assistance Programs offered by the manufacturers of name-brand medicines. PPARx program assists eligible inquirers with the application process. Information also available at the PPARx web site.
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