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why can't i use the coupon from singlecare at my pharmacy because i am on medicare?

by Leila Roberts Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago

At SingleCare, we believe that you should be able to get the best price possible for your prescription, no matter what your health insurance status. Meaning, you can use the SingleCare pharmacy savings card to reduce drug prices even if you receive Medicare benefits. It's not illegal, or against the rules.

Can you use SingleCare If you're on Medicare?

Can you use SingleCare with Medicare? Anyone can use SingleCare's free drug coupons, even if you receive drug coverage through Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D.

Why can't Medicare patients use manufacturer coupons?

Medicare Patients Aren't Allowed To Use Drugmaker Discount Coupons : Shots - Health News U.S. law prohibits people on Medicare from using the discount coupons the makers of expensive medicines offer. The law aims to reduce federal drug spending and Medicare fraud, but can feel unfair.

Can you use GoodRx coupons if you have Medicare?

While you can't use GoodRx in conjunction with any federal or state-funded programs like Medicare or Medicaid, you can use GoodRx as an alternative to your insurance, especially in situations when our prices are better than what Medicare may charge.

Do drug coupons work with Medicare?

The short answer is no. If you're on a Medicare prescription drug plan, you won't be able to use drug discount coupons. In this article, we'll explore the rules regarding drug discounts with Medicare, when to use coupons instead of your Medicare plan, and other ways to save money on your prescription drugs.

Is SingleCare better then GoodRx?

Bottom Line. In terms of price, SingleCare beat out GoodRx with nearly every medication we searched for. Even if you were to pay for the GoodRx Gold subscription, SingleCare still often offers the lower price.

How do I get cheaper prescriptions with Medicare?

Lower prescription costsAsk about generic drugs—your doctor can tell you if you can take a generic drug instead of a brand-name drug or a cheaper brand-name drug.Look into using mail-order pharmacies.Compare Medicare drug plans to find a plan with lower drug costs.Apply for.More items...

Can you use SingleCare with insurance?

Can SingleCare Be Combined With Insurance? SingleCare can not be combined with insurance; you have to use either one or the other at the pharmacy checkout counter.

What does donut hole mean in Medicare?

Most Medicare drug plans have a coverage gap (also called the "donut hole"). This means there's a temporary limit on what the drug plan will cover for drugs. Not everyone will enter the coverage gap. The coverage gap begins after you and your drug plan have spent a certain amount for covered drugs.

What is the catch with GoodRx?

Here's the deal: Paying with a GoodRx coupon is considered an “out-of-network” purchase, and it's up to the insurance company to decide if they'll pay you back — or whether they'll count it toward your deductible.

What is a Medicare discount card?

The Medicare Prescription Drug Discount Card Program will enable Medicare beneficiaries to obtain discounts of 10 to 25 percent on prescription drugs.

Is GoodRx a Medicare Part D plan?

You can't use GoodRx and Medicare together. But you can use GoodRx as an alternative to Medicare. You may want to use GoodRx instead of Medicare in certain situations, such as when Medicare doesn't cover your medication, the GoodRx price is cheaper than your Medicare copay, or you won't reach your annual deductible.

Is Publix discontinuing free prescriptions?

Publix has decided to end its free prescription program in June after having filled more than 100 million free prescriptions since 2007.

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