Copay Cards

Copay cards (also called manufacturer copay cards or copay coupons) can be used to lower what you pay for your prescription drug. That means the manufacturer is helping to pay what is not covered by your health insurance.

Ask your health care provider or pharmacist about any copay cards for the medications you take. You can also look for copay cards on the drug manufacturer’s website.

Copay cards can only be used with commercial or private insurance. They cannot be used if you have health insurance provided by the federal government (Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare or Indian Health Services) due to the Anti-Kickback Statute.

Patient Assistance Programs

Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs) provide financial assistance to patients who do not have health insurance and to patients whose health insurance still leaves treatment unaffordable. PAPs are sponsored by drug manufacturers and nonprofit organizations. Eligibility for PAPs may depend on your household income and what kind of insurance you have.

You can ask your health care provider or pharmacist about any PAPs for the medications you take. You can also look for PAPs on the drug manufacturer’s website.

Clinical Trials

Participating in a clinical trial has several potential benefits including access to free and innovative treatment, free medical care, improvement of your psoriatic disease symptoms, and monetary compensation. No matter your reason for joining a clinical trial, your participation in research studies can help lead to safer, more effective treatment options for all those living with psoriatic disease.