ELDERLY PHARMACEUTICAL INSURANCE COVERAGE (EPIC) PROGRAM | NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Po Box 15018, Albany, NY 12212
Eligibility
Ages 65 and older. Resident of area served.
Hours
Helpline: M-F 8:30AM-5:00PM.
Languages
Spanish and other translations. Call for information.
Application process
Call for information.
Fees
Two plans available. Enrolled in a plan based on income and marital status.
Service area
New York
Description
* Provides a New York State prescription plan for senior citizens.
- Pharmacies also have information about EPIC.
* Offers a website to locate local pharmacies with lower cost prescription drugs.
Data provided by
211 Mid New York
Providing organization
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
New York State Department of Health oversees sites and programs devoted to diagnoses, treatment and research for public health problems. Reviews quality of health related programs including nursing homes. Response to health threats. Facilitates professional medical discipline.