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New York State Pharmacy Assistance Programs
New York State Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC)
:: Eligiblity Requirements
:: Important Note
:: Contact Information
:: Income Requirements
Eligiblity Requirements
You must meet the following requirements:
- You must be a New York State resident,
- at least 65 years of age, and not receiving full Medicaid benefits.
- You must have an annual income of $35,000 or less if single, or a combined annual income of $50,000 or less if married.
- You do not have to be enrolled in Part D; however, low income seniors must apply for LIS or provide EPIC with data to apply on their behalf.
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Important Note
EPIC is "creditable coverage". Low-income seniors pay an annual premium ($8 - $300 based on income) and higher income seniors have a deductible instead ($530 - $1,715 based on income). Seniors pay copayments of $3, $20, based on drug cost (after any other coverage). Provides full wraparound benefits if senior has Part D or other coverage, including non-formulary or excluded drugs, copayments, deductibles, and coverage gap. Not covering Part D premiums. EPIC premium waived for seniors approved for full LIS and enrolled in Part D.
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Contact Information
Phone
(800) 332-3742
Address
EPIC,
P.O. Box 15018
Albany, NY 12212
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Income Requirements
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Income Lower |
Income Upper |
| Single |
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$2,916.666667 per month. |
| Married |
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$4,166.666667 per month |
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Last updated on: 07/05/2009
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Life Insurance plays an important role in your families financial stability.
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