Resources for Advocates
NeedyMeds is a resource for advocates and others who need assistance.
Patient Assistance Conference
Economic uncertainties, along with healthcare reform and the evolving Pharma industry, make it clear that now more than ever is the time to innovate Patient Assistance Programs to ensure that companies effectively maximize their resources to increase access for those in need. At IIR’s Patient Assistance Programs event, leading industry experts offer new insights and innovative strategies for PAP programs, including:- Updates and direction on future industry guidelines and regulations
- Strategies to implement the best and next industry practices
- Insights to current trends
- Tools to implement new technologies and procedures for more cost efficiency in this economy
- Operational strategies to increase program awareness
- Tips for building more effective partnerships with government and patient groups
We have developed the following services and products for those who help the needy:
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Incentive Grant Opportunity:
NeedyMeds and RxOutreach® are proud to reopen our subsidized grant program for free clinics and other nonprofit organizations that serve PAP participants at no charge. Through the generosity of RxOutreach®, NeedyMeds will help underwrite the monthly cost of PAPRxTracker for qualifying organizations for 12 months.
Our goal is to increase the number of participants enrolled in patient assistance and deep discount programs. PAPRxTracker software automates application completion, allowing volunteers and staff to focus on outreach, counseling, and advocacy rather than repetitive paperwork.
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Drug Discount Cards:
With the NeedyMeds Drug Discount Card you and your clients can save up to 70% on drug costs. The card is free with no monthly or other charges. No personal information is required nor gathered about users. Each time a prescription is filled a small donation is made to NeedyMeds to help us continue our work.
You can download a paper version of the from HERE. A plastic version is available HERE for $5 for postage and handling. Or you can send us a self-addressed stamped envelope (PO Box 219, Gloucester, MA 01931) and we will send you a free card.
Volume discounts for the plastic card are available. For more information email drugcard@needymeds.org
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Advocate forums: A place for advocates to discuss PAPs, problems, share ideas, and more.
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Patient Advocate News (PAN):
A bimonthly electronic PDF newsletter available at no cost. Includes interviews and articles for anyone who helps people find healthcare assistance.
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Extensive Program Database:
Add your organization or program to the NeedyMeds website so we can work together to reach more people who need assistance from programs that help them with the costs of healthcare.
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PAPRxTracker:
Economical software designed to help small to medium-sized offices manage their PAP users. Efficient and easy to learn, the program is available for a risk-free, one-month trial.
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Brochures:
The NeedyMeds brochure is designed to help patients use the NeedyMeds website to find assistance programs. We will send you 25 copies at no cost.
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Volunteer Project:
A new program that we are developing to teach volunteers to help people find assistance through the website.
Dr. Richard Sagall and other staff members will make presentations to your group, according to funding and availablility. Email us for more information about NeedyMeds presentations.