I sure hope something positive comes from this. I can't believe how much insurance is making us pay for inhalers. I can't afford it so they told me to ask for help from Social Security. From what I've heard, this will get me nowhere. My income alone, I would definitely get help. But when you factor in other stuff, I think I'll be left out in the cold by these uncaring insurance people. Good luck everybody. We're going to need it!
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@Melanie913 , welcome to the community! We're glad you're here ☺️ That's a great question! Dealing with the costs of medicines can be overwhelming and stressful. There are different programs that may offer financial assistance for asthma medicines. You can find more information, here: Drug Assistance Programs . The list includes drug assistance programs, pharmacy drug savings programs, nonprofit copay and premium assistance, and state drug assistance programs. We also have a blog with tips...
This is a great resource. I'm glad I found it. Question I have insurance through my job but it doesn't cover my preventive inhaler and they are extremely expensive. Are there any programs that help with that?
I take Flovent and was disgusted by this news. OptumRX denied my doctors prescription. I called Medicare and they said to asked for the formulary exception. I haven’t done that yet but my doctor prescribed Qvar redi-haler instead. I hope it works as it was $131. I don’t think Medicare covers the one indicated here as a good substitute. I’m kind of afraid to use this.
Hey @Candy J ! ☺️ Navigating the costs of medicines, can be frustrating! Especially, when your insurance doesn't cover them, there's a high co-pay, and/or there are limited programs that offer assistance. People with asthma face large financial barriers to certain medicines and treatments. AAFA works to support public policies that will benefit people with asthma and allergies. This includes key priorities like promoting access to quality health care and affordable medications. Please know...
Last year I had to switch from Symbicort to Advair discus because my monthly copay for Symbicort had risen to almost $400, and my plan didn’t cover the generic. Advair generic was more affordable, about $200 monthly, but still expensive and beyond my means, so I started to get it not through my health insurance but through a drug discount plan that gets its meds from out of the country and takes about a month to get to me, but costs $125 for a three month supply. It’s been tough, so hearing...
Thanks to all who toil for this over the years. I am glad vulnerable people will be able to afford their medications. Long way to go, however, is a start.
First, I'm very sorry Medicare is no longer covering the meds you need. If you haven't already, check for any drug assistance programs that may be able to help lower the cost - Drug Assistance Program Yesterday AAFA met with the White House about inhaler costs. Starting in 2025, the cost of all prescription medicines for people on Medicare will not exceed $2,000 a year. AAFA will keep working with policymakers to take additional steps to lower costs, including through the Medicaid program.
I see in this report that the $35 cap on our asthma medications will be for those with commercial/private insurance or no insurance. Does that mean that those of us with supplemental medication insurance who are on Medicare will still be paying co-pays of over $100 for our inhalers?
Correct, this price cap goes into effect for those with commercial or no insurance. Government insurance is a separate problem that AAFA is still working to address. The pricing system is very complicated and there is still a lot of work to do to ensure everyone has access to affordable asthma medications. Affordable access to healthcare is one of AAFA's key policy issues .
This is a great question, @BaLu . Contacting your state and local representatives is a great way to make your voice heard. AAFA also speaks with policymakers on behalf of those with asthma and allergies to advocate for access to affordable medications. Sharing community stories like yours helps us with these discussions. You can share your story by emailing us at stories@aafa.org . Sharing your story locally or via social media is another way to spread awareness of this issue and the...
No one accepts used or expired inhalers. No drug store, no police drop off and no solid waste authority. If someone out there has actually returned an inhaler please let me know.
@Allen - I'm sorry you're running into trouble finding a facility to take your inhalers! Most inhalers are considered hazardous waste, so they cannot be disposed of in a medical waste disposal box, pharmaceutical disposal box, or a sharps container. This can make it tricky when finding the right place to dispose of expired or used inhalers. Usually the easiest way to get rid of them is by giving them to your local pharmacy (make sure to call first). At some pharmacies, you can also buy...
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