The City of Signal Hill will soon introduce a program that will provide its residents with a new tool that can provide some relief from the high cost of prescription drugs. The city is making free prescription drug discount cards available to city residents through a program sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC) and administered by CVS Caremark. The discount cards offer average savings of 20-percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.
Available on Tuesday, May 26, the discount cards may be used by all residents of Signal Hill and have no restrictions based on age, income level, or existing health coverage. The NLC card can be used when purchasing prescription drugs at approximately 50 pharmacies within two miles of the city, as well as at more than 59,000 participating retail pharmacies across the country. Signal Hill residents only have to show their card when purchasing medication at one of the many participating pharmacies. There is no enrollment form or membership fee of any kind required to get a card, and city residents and their family members can use the card any time their prescriptions are not covered by insurance.
“In the current economic climate, where many people are watching what they spend, the NLC prescription discount card will offer significant savings on the purchase of prescription medications for our residents,” said Mayor Ellen Ward. “Whether or not an individual has prescription coverage, this program can make it easier for our residents to afford the drugs they need to deal with a short-term illness or stay healthy by managing a chronic condition.”
To learn more about NLC, go to www.nlc.org or https://www.rxsavingsplus.com/nlc/default.aspx?client=2277
