Migraine headache: What helps you cope?

There is no affiliation with Medicare. It is Goodrx.com . Medicare has never had to approve any of my prescriptions in 9 years. If you have MedicareAdvantage that may be different.

Medicare has nothing to do with Goodrx.com. I have had Medicare for 9 years. My new separate med plan has poor coverage, so I have been using goodrx.com. Maybe call goodrx.com.

I also have a medicare prescription, or what is called Plan 65 C that goes through BC/BS. They gave me a 50% discount but $500 for 16 pills is way too much. It is a governmental subsidy so Good Rx won't add to it.

When I tried GoodRX they told me no 'cause I have Medicare and a supplement.

@mikaylar, @merpreb, @pwgrimes, and other members -

Here is a link from GoodRX explaining - Yes, you can use GoodRX if you have Medicare.
I hope this helps everyone who has inquiries or any confusion.
https://www.goodrx.com/corporate/news/yes-you-can-use-goodrx-if-you-have-medicare

Merry, my sister in law has had been getting Botox injections in her neck every three months for her migraines. It has worked wonders for her. What medication do you use for your migraines?

My drugstore told me no. I threw away the card now. That was awhile ago. Other people have told me that they were refused too. I don't know what the heck is going on.

GoodRX is an alternative to Medicare and can not be used in conjunction with any federal or state-funded programs. GoodRX is an out of pocket, discounted coupon rate. I have the GoodRX app on my phone which allows me to shop medication, strength, and quantity to determine which pharmacy offers it at the lowest price. You put in your zip code and it finds locations nearby. I have Medicare but choose not to use my Medicare prescription plan for one of my scripts because it is cheaper to pay out of pocket using a GoodRX coupon.

To my knowledge pharmacies can not deny you using a GoodRX coupon and paying out of pocket, but I do not believe they will or can offer or suggest it to you. The consumer has to be aware and present the discount coupon code. GoodRX may not always be the best option but just like a car, it may pay to shop.

Okay, thanks. If I ever get a card offer again, I'll look more into it.

You are signed into a Medicare plan that includes your meds. I have never heard of it or who is BC/BS. GoodRX does not couple with any other plan. It is not affiliated with Medicare. My Medicare G is the top part A/B plan Medicare sells. My 20% supp is AARP and my med plan is another totally separate company. Medicare has no say in the Goodrx plan and have no affiliation with Medicare. It is not a government plan.
That probably is the reason, because you are using a bundled plan through Medicare. In the end it is probably not saving any money. In Calif. we do not have to use a bundled plan, like Medicare advantage. That requires co-pays for any medical use. I do not pay one dollar extra for any medical health usage.
You can also contact the meds manufacturer and apply for their free programs.