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You might consider asking your pharmacist or doctor about "price support" for your biologics. Many can guide you on how to apply for assistance so you can take the full doses.
Here is an excerpt from this article on line: https://www.uptodate.com/contents/coping-with-high-drug-prices-beyond-the-basics
"Rx Assist — This website lets you enter the name of a medicine or the name of a drug company to find programs that can help you get that medicine or medicines made by that company at a reduced cost. In many cases, the online applications for those programs are included. (Website: http://www.rxassist.org/patients )
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@sueinmn It’s also worth trying the drug company. Many of them have programs, grants, etc, to help patients. When I first went on biologics, the insurance company wouldn’t pay the $28K/dose price. (And I needed 4 doses a year) The oncologist called the company and they finally agreed that their foundation would cover the cost. Thank heavens because I don’t know what I would have done!
@doloridicorpo65 , please try reaching out to the company. Tell them that their drug is a lifesaver! Will you try that?
Another group you should try is "PAN Foundation". Got to PA foundation.org and fill out simple application using everything you are diagnosed with and even if they say they will put you on waiting list DO IT as they get more funds for different things all the time. I waited three weeks and they contacted me, did another application on phone call and received approval in a few days. They will even reimburse for one script I filled myself. Try them all.
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Thanks Sue. I will try the suggestions you shared with me. My rheumo here on the Treasure Coast of Florida has told me she has nothing to do with the cost issues and I have to figure it out myself.My previous rheumo in Buffalo was an incredible resource. Not all rheumotologists are cut from the same cloth. It is so helpful to have this forum to follow. Thanks again.