Alliance for Pharmaceutical Access (APA)

Description:

Helps patients apply to the drug manufacturer's patient assistance programs for free or low cost medication.
APA is a 501 c (3) non-profit organization formed in 2004 by a coalition of community members and physicians in response to the great need for affordable medications. This idea started when Dr. Mendoza, a Santa Maria doctor noticed that many of his patients were not filling their prescribed medications and would often end up in the E.R. with worsening health conditions. APA began as a volunteer program operating just 7 hours a week on a walk-in basis; now, the on-going program operates in Santa Maria Monday-Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in office space donated by Dignity Health. After conducting a !€œMedication Needs Assessment!€, the APA Client Advocates will provide the following service (s) depending on the health and financial needs of the individual.

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