North Carolina Association of Free Clinics

NC MedAssist Prescription Assistance Program

 

 

 

What is NC MedAssist?

  • NC MedAssist is a statewide prescription assistance program created to assist uninsured and low-income North Carolinian’s gain access to prescription medications; eligible applicants have the opportunity to obtain donated FREE brand name and generic prescription medications necessary to stay healthy.

Who is Eligible?

  • North Carolina residents who are: 

    1.       Adults and children living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

    2.       Adults and children who do not qualify for: Medicaid, Veterans Administration or private health insurance. 

    3.       Medicare Part D participants who fall in the “donut hole” may be eligible after consultation with NC MedAssist.

What Forms of ID Are Required to Prove NC Residency?

 

  • Phone Bill, Lease Agreement or Utility Bill.

     

What is the Fee for Enrolling?

  • Currently, you are not required to pay an enrollment fee; however, for future sustainability an annual enrollment fee may be administered.

What supporting documentation is needed? 

 

You should be prepared to provide the following information to complete the enrollment application:

  1. Medical History, Allergies and a list of prescribed medications
  2. Contact information for your personal physician
  3. Prescription Drug Benefits (if applicable)
  4. Documents supporting proof of income - the following will be accepted:

              1040 Tax Return(s) for current year

              1099 Benefits Statement(s) for current year

              4506 – T Form(s) (if applicable)

              Pay Stubs from employer

 

 

 

To find an Enrollment Site near you, CLICK HERE

 

 

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