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Some states have reported either waiting lists or changes in their programs. This includes state drug assistance programs (ADAP). Your best bet is to click on the state's name (to the right, click on the phone numbers and state name) and call the phone number of the programs in your state. There are some toll-free numbers that only work when you are in your state. You can also call your Senators, House member or any state elected official and ask for assistance. This is not an unusual thing to do. Most elected representatives have staff whose job it is to help you.

You can use the links (click on a state's name), or simply submit a Request Assistance form by e-mail so we can provide ongoing support and referrals.

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Co-pays and deductibles associated with private insurance, state subsidized insurance, or Medicare can make accessing what you need impossible. But we can help you navigate through the system. A recent article points out some of the ways you can deal with these changes. Participating in The Access Project is one way, as is enrolling in our New York City case management program if you live in or receive services in New York City.

There are drug discount cards, for example, that can reduce the costs of your medications. There are Patient Assistance Programs for HIV or Hepatitis or other conditions offered by many pharmaceutical companies and you might be eligible for one of those. Some of these programs pay co-payments or part of them, or even premiums and deductibles. There is a government website that lists every Medicare Part D plan that you could get (depending on your income or your age, you may be eligible for special no or very low cost plans) and what drugs must be covered by every plan, for example.

Use the Request Assistance form, and please provide as much information as you can. The reason why we ask for specific information about your income or assets is to determine what programs are available. We won't share that information with anyone unless it is required to get you services or treatment, and we will always ask you first if that is okay and describe how any information would be shared.