The city of Southfield has launched the National League of Cities’ (NLC) Prescription Drug Card program for Southfield residents to provide some relief from the high cost of prescription drugs.
“We are very pleased to be able to offer this program to Southfield residents,” commented Southfield City Council President Donald Fracassi. “During these tough economic times, any relief that we can offer the community is of vital importance – now more than ever.”
The program is administered by CVS Caremark for NLC member cities and includes nearly 60,000 participating pharmacies nationwide, including all major chains and most local pharmacies. Through the program, residents who are without health insurance, a traditional pharmacy benefit plan, or have prescriptions not covered by insurance can save an average of 20 percent off the full retail cost of prescription medication. There is no cost to the city and there are no fees or limits for participants. CVS Caremark also provides residents with personalized prescription discount ID cards with the City’s logo. Residents may pick up a free Prescription Discount Card at the City’s Neighborhood & Information Center or at the City Clerk’s Office located in City Hall, 26000 Evergreen Road.
The National League of Cities is the oldest and largest national organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans.
For more information, call the City’s Neighborhood & Information Center at (248) 796-5140, log on to www.caremark.com/nlc or call 1-888-620-1749.