About Lake Plains Community Care Network Rx Discount Program

The prescription discount program, Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card , is available to all Genesee , Orleans & Wyoming County residents, regardless of age. The Lake Plains Community Care Network discount card can bring immediate relief from high drug prices for all uninsured and underinsured residents of these counties.

LPCCN is collaborating with Caremark Rx, Inc ., one of the nation's leading private pharmacy benefit managers, to provide the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card . There is no cost to the Counties or their taxpayers.

The Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card is free and requires no enrollment forms. Uninsured or underinsured residents can simply present the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card when purchasing prescription drugs that are not covered by their insurance, at any participating pharmacy in these counties, for average savings of 20 percent off regular retail prices. Using the card for mail service prescription purchases can result in savings averaging 50 percent off regular retail prices for select generic medications that are not covered by their insurance. The card can be used in other counties, as well as nationally, at more than 59,000 participating retail pharmacies.

People with no prescription insurance coverage will benefit the most from using the card. People who have prescription coverage can still receive discounts on drugs not covered by their plans or another discount program. The discount card program is not insurance.

Medicare recipients can use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card to save on prescription medicine not covered by their Medicare Part D prescription plan.

The free cards are available at numerous locations, including medical and healthcare offices, public libraries and all pharmacies in the three counties. They can also be obtained directly from Lake Plains Community Care Network, located at 56 Harvester Ave. in Batavia . Call Lake Plains Community Care Network at 1-585-345-6110 for a location close to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card? The Lake Plains Community Care Network (LPCCN) prescription discount card offers an average savings of 20 percent off the regular retail price of prescription medicines that are not covered by your insurance at all participating pharmacies in Genesee , Orleans and Wyoming Counties .

How does the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card work? LPCCN has contracted with one of the nation's leading pharmacy benefit managers to make the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card available for free to anyone in Genesee , Orleans and Wyoming Counties . Simply present your Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card at a participating pharmacy when you fill your prescription that is not covered by insurance. All commonly prescribed prescription drugs, brand name and generic, are covered. Please note that the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card is not insurance.

What does it cost to enroll for the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card? The Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount card is FREE. There is no cost to join.

Do I need to fill out an application to get Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card? No. There is no need to fill out an application form. If you have the card, you can use it right away.

Who can use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card? Any resident, regardless of age, income or existing health coverage. But you cannot use Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card in conjunction with other cards to get additional discounts on a prescription.

How much will I save by using the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card? Savings on each prescription may vary depending upon the medication and the pharmacy you use. Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card can save an average of 20 percent off of the pharmacy's regular retail prices for prescription drugs that are not covered by your insurance.

How can I save with mail service? Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card holders are automatically eligible for additional savings through mail service.

Can I save money by ordering my brand name prescription medications (such as Lipitor ® and Topamax ® ) through mail service? Savings can vary by drug and pharmacy, but you can order any medication you are taking on an ongoing basis through mail service.

Where can I get a Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card? Cards are available at many public places in all three counties, such as libraries, healthcare provider offices, local agencies, and pharmacies, or you can come right to Lake Plains Community Care Network itself, located at 56 Harvester Ave. in Batavia . Call Lake Plains Community Care Network at 1-585-345-6110 for a location close to you.

Does each member of my family need their own card? No, one card is good for the entire family.

Can other members of my household use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card? Yes, any qualifying member of your household can use the same Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card.

Can I use the card more than once? Yes. There are no restrictions and no limits on how many times you may use your card.

Which pharmacies accept the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card? The card is accepted at most retail pharmacies in the three counties and more than 59,000 pharmacies nationwide, including all major chains and many independent pharmacies.

What if I work in Genesee , Orleans or Wyoming County but live somewhere else? You can still use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription discount card. The card is accepted at more than 59,000 pharmacies nationwide, including all major chains and many independent pharmacies.


Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card and existing insurance:


How does the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card differ from other prescription discount cards? You can get the card for free without completing any paperwork. The card is accepted at most local pharmacies and at more than 59,000 pharmacies nationwide.

Can I use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card with my current prescription insurance benefit to reduce my costs? Your card cannot be used in conjunction with another card. Your regular prescription insurance typically provides better coverage, but you can still use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card on drugs that are not covered under your plan.

Can I use my Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card for expenses before I meet the deductible on my health insurance plan? You may be able to use Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card to reduce your out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs until you meet your deductible. Call your insurance plan for information.

Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card and people who are uninsured:


Can I use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card if I don't have any insurance? Yes. If you don't have insurance for prescription medicine, the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card can help you save money on your prescription drugs at participating retail pharmacies or through mail service.

Uninsured adults may qualify for one of New York State 's health insurance programs that include prescription drug coverage. For information on Family Health Plus, call us at 1-585-344-1692.   Working uninsured adults may be eligible to enroll in Healthy New York. Call 1-866-HEALTHY NY (1-866-432-5849).

Uninsured children under age 19 are eligible for Child Health Plus; it is FREE at lower income levels with a sliding monthly premium level after this. Call 1-585-344-1692 .


Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card and people 65 years of age and over:

Can I use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card if I am 65or over? Yes. However, people 65 or over without any prescription coverage may be eligible for New York State 's prescription assistance program, EPIC.

What if I am 65 or over and have EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage)? You can still get the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card if you have EPIC. However the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card is not prescription drug insurance so you will typically save more with EPIC. You cannot use the Lake Plains Community Care Network card in conjunction with your EPIC card to reduce your co-payment or satisfy your deductible. Call EPIC toll-free at 1-800-332-3742 for more information.

Can I have the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card if I have a Medicare Part D plan? You can still get the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card if you already have a Medicare Part D prescription plan; however you cannot use both for the same prescription. Use the Lake Plains Community Care Network Prescription Discount Card when your prescription is not covered by your Medicare Part D prescription plan.

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