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Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly (RIPAE)

 
RIPAE Program Description
The Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly, or RIPAE program for short, provides financial assistance in the form of discounted prescriptions to elderly state residents. There are 3 levels to the program; each level receives a different percentage discount on their medications ranging from 15% - 60%.  The senior’s income level determines into which level of the program they are placed. 

-Individuals with income under $20,934 or couples under $26,170 receive a 60% discount.
-Individuals with income under $26,279 or couples under $32,851 receive a 30% discount.
-Individuals with income under $45,991 or couples under $52,561 receive a 15% discount.

The program is known as a Medicare wraparound program which means the benefits wrap around those benefits provided by a Medicare Part D plan.  When making a prescription purchase, Medicare Part D is the first payer and then this program contributes towards those costs the Part D plan does not cover.
RIPAE Program Eligibility
To be eligible for this program, seniors must meet the following criteria:
  • Rhode Island resident.
  • 65 years of age or older.
  • Cannot be eligible for Medicaid
  • Must be enrolled in Medicare Part D plan
RIPAE Program Benefits
Depending on their income level, program participants receive a 15% - 60% discount on their prescriptions.

RIPAE Program Costs
There is no cost to enroll in this program.

RIPAE Contact Information
Visit the RIPAE program webpage or call them number at (401) 462-3000.




The state of Illinois has two programs designed to provide financial assistance to the elderly to help them purchase their prescription drugs.  Rx Basic is for individuals without Medicare insurance and the Rx Plus is designed for those on Medicare.

Rx Plus is known as a Medicare wraparound program which means the benefits wrap around those benefits provided by a Medicare Part D plan.  When making a prescription purchase, Medicare Part D is the first payer and then this program contributes towards those costs the Part D plan does not cover.
 
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