Prescription Assistance for Maryland

Printer Friendly Version

Program Name	Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program
Phone	1-800-551-5995
Who is eligible	Maryland residents enrolled in MedicareRx may be eligible for prescription drug subsidies under the Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP). You may be eligible for SPDAP you are enrolled in a MedicareRx plan or Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan, reside in Maryland, have income up to $29,400 for one person, or $39,600 for a couple, have no other prescription drug benefits, and are not eligible for full federal extra help with MedicareRx coverage (Low Income Subsidy).
Where to apply	SPDAP P.O.Box 33387 Indianapolis , IN 46203
Link to state website	http://marylandspdap.com
Important Notes	This program began on January 1, 2006 . This program will provide SPDAP participants up to a $25 per month in premium subsidy towards the Medicare Prescription Drug Program of their choice. SPDAP can also cover up to $25 per month of the remaining monthly premium for individuals who receive a partial federal Low Income Subsidy. Eligible program participants are responsible for payment of the balance of any monthly premium which exceeds the $25 subsidy maximum.

Program Name	Kidney Disease Program
Phone	1-410-767-5000
Who is eligible	Must be diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and receiving home dialysis or treatment in a certified dialysis or transplant facility. No income limits, but individuals with annual incomes greater than $17,150 if single ($23,100 if married).
Where to apply	201 West Preston Street Room SS-3 Baltimore , MD 21201
Link to state website	www.dhmh.state.md.us/mma/Eligibility/medcareprog/html/MCP-program.html
Important Notes	Program will be the secondary payor for people enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D).

Senior Care Concepts, 2008