Coast2Coast Rx prescription discount program held a news conference along with the Wise County Commissioners Court to launch a new prescription discount program for residents of the area.
Cards for the program will be distributed to residents free of charge and allow them to save on the cost of their medications. Nationwide, the program has saved cardholders an average of 60 percent on the cost of prescriptions this year.
"With health care costs on the rise, prescription drug discounts will help ease some of the financial burdens individuals and families are facing at a time when they need it the most," said Precinct No. 1 Commissioner of the Wise County Commissioners Court, Danny White, in a news release.
The program comes at no expense to the county and will aid residents in maintaining their health at an affordable cost. Residents of the county will be able to get a card for the program at local government offices, libraries, county health facilities and most participating pharmacies.
"There are no eligibility requirements so the Rx card is expected to have a sizable impact on uninsured residents or residents facing high insurance deductibles. If a particular drug isn't covered under a person's health plan they can use the card to save on those prescriptions," said White.
The card will be accepted at all chain pharmacies as well as most independent pharmacies in the area. It provides discounts on 60,000 drugs in its formulary as well as dental, vision, veterinary and hearing services.
The program also offers discounts on lab and imaging tests and diabetes supplies and equipment for all family members.
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Anyone in the state can download and print a card online as well as view a list of participating locations at www.coast2coastrx.com.
