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About FDA Shortlist

Who should use FDA Shortlist?

People who want a convenient and cost-saving way to get specialized medications. We can deliver to your home, workplace, or any location to ensure you get your medication when and where you need it.

You also receive:

• Free standard shipping

• Automatic refills allow you to never wait in line again

• Digital tools to track your medications

• 24/7 access to pharmacists

Which pharmacy fulfills my prescriptions?

We work with INSIGHT Chicago Community Pharmacy to fulfill all our prescriptions.

When do I pay for my prescriptions?

Once we receive your prescription from your provider, we will notify you to log in and checkout. You will always see the price before you confirm your order.

How do I send in my prescriptions?

The best way is to have your doctor to send an electronic prescription to our pharmacy. For more information on how to do this, see fdashortlist.com/my-prescription for instructions on how to get your prescription from your doctor.

What is a 340B Pharmacy?

The federal government’s Public Health Service Act (Section 340B) has granted INSIGHT Chicago Hospital Pharmacy to purchase prescription and non-prescription medication at a steeply reduced cost.

Can I get specialized medicine? I can't seem to find (or afford) it anywhere else.

Yes! Thanks to the Public Health Service Act (Section 340B), our partner pharmacy receives priority access to specialized medications on the FDA’s Drug Shortages list. As a licensed specialty pharmacy under Section 340B, we are able to purchase specialized medication at a steeply reduced cost and provide it for you.

What is a specialty pharmacy?

Our specialty pharmacy services coordinate the distribution and management of prescription medications, including specialty medications for complex conditions. Unlike traditional pharmacies, our team is on-site and works closely with physicians and patients to provide outstanding clinical outcomes through education, management, and monitoring of prescription medications.

• Specialty pharmacies carry a wide range of medications, including drugs unavailable in community pharmacies. 

• The FDA requires certain medications to be prescribed and dispensed by certified doctors and pharmacists. 

• Specialty pharmacies are dedicated to providing one-on-one service and education for patients and healthcare teams.

• Specialty pharmacy services are available 24/7 at licensed and certified healthcare facilities.

Our pharmacists support patients in managing and treating:

• Cancer

• Crohn’s Disease

• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

• Infectious Disease

• Migraine Disorders

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Neurology

• Parkinson’s Disease

• Pulmonology

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Is it safe to have my medications delivered?

Yes! It is very safe. Millions of people have their medications delivered every day. Your medication will arrive in confidential, weather-resistant packaging anywhere you need it. If your medication requires specific temperature control, we can accommodate that too.

What if I have a question about my medication?

Give our pharmacy a call anytime, we have specially trained pharmacists and technicians available to answer your questions and provide personal care – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can reach the pharmacy at (312) 567-2273.

Can I save on prescriptions for my child?

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When do I pay for my prescriptions?

Once we receive your prescription from your provider, we will notify you to log in and checkout. You will always see the price before you confirm your order.

How do I send in my prescriptions?

The best way is to have your doctor to send an electronic prescription to our pharmacy. For more information on how to do this, see fdashortlist.com/my-prescription for instructions on how to get your prescription from your doctor.

What if I have a question about my medication?

Give our pharmacy a call anytime, we have specially trained pharmacists and technicians available to answer your questions and provide personal care – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can reach the pharmacy at (312) 567-2273.

How do I sign up for FDA Shortlist?

To determine if you're eligible, fill out our Am I Eligible form.

Insurance

Can I use my insurance plan?

Yes! We are able to take most insurance plans.

Can I use Medicaid?

Unfortunately, we are not able to take medicaid at the moment.

What if I'm not insured?

We may be able to help. We are still able to offer savings for cash paying patients.

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Community Care Rx

Your Crucial Role in Ensuring Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Provide Outpatient Drugs at Discounted Prices for Uninsured and Low-Income Patients

November 06, 20233 min read

Your Crucial Role in Ensuring Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Provide Outpatient Drugs at Discounted Prices for Uninsured and Low-Income Patients

Introduction:

In the intricate healthcare industry, various stakeholders play pivotal roles in ensuring that patients, including you or your loved ones, receive the necessary care and medications. Among these stakeholders, pharmaceutical manufacturers bear a significant responsibility, not only in producing life-saving drugs but also in guaranteeing that these medications are accessible to all, irrespective of your financial circumstances. In this blog, we will delve into why it's essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers to sell outpatient drugs at discounted prices to healthcare organizations, thus ensuring access to vital medications for uninsured and low-income patients like you.

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The Growing Issue of Uninsured and Low-Income Patients

In the United States and many other countries, there's a persistent issue of uninsured and low-income patients, just like you, who encounter difficulties in obtaining the medications they need. You often find yourselves caught in a tough situation, with limited financial resources and, in some cases, no health insurance to cover your medical expenses. Consequently, you might be forced to skip medications altogether, reduce prescribed dosages, or delay seeking medical attention, potentially leading to worsened health issues and even hospitalizations. This is a problem that urgently requires attention.

Your Role as a Catalyst for Change

As someone who may directly benefit from improved access to affordable medications, you have a critical role to play in advocating for change. Here's why pharmaceutical manufacturers providing outpatient drugs at discounted prices to healthcare organizations matters for you:

  1. Enhanced Access: By supporting pharmaceutical manufacturers in offering discounted drugs, you can ensure that uninsured and low-income patients, including yourself, gain improved access to essential medications. This can prevent minor health concerns from escalating into major issues, ultimately reducing the burden on emergency rooms and the healthcare system as a whole.

  2. Public Health Improvement: Accessible medications promote public health by enabling patients to manage chronic conditions, control the spread of infectious diseases, and receive timely treatments. When you and others can afford your medications, it benefits the entire community by reducing disease transmission and fostering healthier individuals.

  3. Upholding Ethical Responsibility: The healthcare industry carries a moral and ethical responsibility to provide care for all, regardless of socioeconomic status. You can help hold pharmaceutical manufacturers accountable by advocating for affordable medications for those in need.

  4. Cost Reduction for Healthcare Organizations: When uninsured and low-income patients, like you, can access affordable medications, healthcare organizations, including clinics and hospitals, can avoid providing costly emergency care and interventions. This helps these organizations allocate their resources more efficiently, benefiting everyone in the community.

  5. Shaping Positive Public Image: Your support for pharmaceutical manufacturers that are committed to providing discounted drugs to healthcare organizations can enhance their public image. Companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to social responsibility are often viewed more favorably by consumers and stakeholders, ultimately benefiting you and the broader community.

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Encouraging Collaboration

To bring about the distribution of discounted outpatient drugs, your active involvement is crucial. You can advocate for collaborative efforts between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare organizations, urging them to establish well-structured, transparent, and community-specific affordable drug programs that cater to the needs of uninsured and low-income patients like yourself.

Click here to see if you qualify to save on you prescription drugs.

Conclusion

In an era where healthcare access is considered a fundamental human right, your role is pivotal in ensuring that essential outpatient drugs are within reach of all patients, regardless of their financial situation. By advocating for pharmaceutical manufacturers to take the initiative to provide medications at discounted prices to healthcare organizations, you contribute to improved public health, reduced healthcare costs, and the ethical foundation of providing care for everyone. This is your call to action, a call to embrace your role as an agent of change and make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of uninsured and low-income patients, including yourself.

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