Patient assistance programs are designed to help individuals afford their medications and healthcare costs. Here are some key points and resources:

Types of Assistance Programs:
1. Co-pay Assistance Programs:
- These programs help reduce out-of-pocket costs for medications, acting like coupons for eligible patients.

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Patient assistance programs are designed to help individuals afford their medications and healthcare costs. Here are some key points and resources:

Types of Assistance Programs:
1. Co-pay Assistance Programs:
- These programs help reduce out-of-pocket costs for medications, acting like coupons for eligible patients.

2. Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs:
- Drug companies offer these programs to provide low-cost or free medications to eligible patients.

3. Patient Assistance Foundations:
- Independent, usually non-profit organizations that help locate co-pay and pharmaceutical assistance programs. They may also allocate funds to disease-specific programs.

How to Get Help:
1. Government Programs and Nonprofits:
- Certain government programs and nonprofit organizations can provide financial assistance. Discuss concerns with your healthcare provider, social worker, or the business office of your clinic or hospital.

2. Specific Resources:
- Medicare Part D: Offers financial assistance for prescription drugs, including help with co-pays, premiums, and deductibles.
- Websites: [Medicare Eligibility](https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Eligibility-and-En...), [Social Security](http://www.ssa.gov/medicare/prescriptionhelp/)
- NeedyMeds: A nonprofit that helps locate prescription assistance programs and savings cards.
- Website: [NeedyMeds](http://www.needymeds.org/)
- Phone: 1-800-503-6897 (M-F 9AM-4PM ET)

3. Pharmaceutical Companies:
- Eli Lilly: Offers programs like Lilly TruAssist and Lilly Cares for free medications to uninsured patients.
- Website: [Lilly TruAssist](http://www.lillytruassist.com/)
- Phone: 1-855-LLY-TRUE (1-855-559-8783)
- Genentech: Provides Rheumatology Access Solutions.
- Website: [Genentech Access](http://www.genentech-access.com/)
- Phone: 1-866-422-2377 (M-F 6AM-5PM PT)

Additional Resources:
- CreakyJoints: Offers a comprehensive list of co-pay cards and assistance programs for arthritis patients.
- Website: [CreakyJoints Co-pay Cards and Financial Assistance](https://creakyjoints.org/support/co-pay-cards-a...)

These resources can significantly ease the financial burden of affording necessary medications and treatments.

 This AI-generated response comes from myRAteam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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