Here’s How To Take The Stress Out Of Paying For Health Care

Stress is a normal — and somewhat necessary — part of everyday life. But in today’s unprecedented climate, our nation’s collective stress level is at an all-time high due to the COVID-19 pandemic, among several other stressors.

While specific causes of stress may vary from one person to another, there’s one thing that many Americans have in common: They’re struggling to afford necessary health care.

According to a recent survey commissioned by AccessOne, two-thirds of consumers are concerned about their ability to pay for their medical expenses in 2021 given the financial pressures of the pandemic. Furthermore, about half of consumers are concerned about their ability to pay for a medical bill of less than $1,000.

Many are forced to cut corners when it comes to their health, avoiding doctor visits, delaying a prescription refill or deciding to skip their medicine altogether. But GoodRx, a leading resource for health care savings, knows firsthand how critical it is to give Americans access to affordable health care.

Through prescription savings, online doctor visits, educational articles and other resources, the online platform has helped over 18 million Americans access the health care they need — at a price they can afford.

Here’s how GoodRx can help you stress less and grant you more financial freedom to focus on your well-being.

GoodRx Finds The Best Prices — So You Don’t Have To

Prescriptions

Did you know that the cost of a medication can vary between different pharmacies? Just as you use Expedia to compare prices for airline tickets, you can use GoodRx to shop around for the best price on your medications.

The process is simple: Head to GoodRx.com, enter the name of your prescription and add your ZIP code. In just seconds, GoodRx will present you with a list of nearby pharmacies and price point comparisons for your medication, allowing you to choose the option that works best for you.

You can also download the free GoodRx app (available on the iOS app store and Google Play) to access all of your GoodRx coupons and services right at your fingertips.

Telehealth

Getting to a doctor’s office can be hard — you may have to take time out of the workday and it often costs a lot of money. But with GoodRx, getting the care you need is easier than ever before. When you book an appointment with an Online Doctor through GoodRx, you can consult with a medical professional for over 150 common conditions such as a cold or flu, UTI, birth control or prescription refills all from the comfort of your home — and often at a price that is less expensive than a typical insurance copay.

And just as you can compare prices for all of your prescriptions, you can also compare prices for online doctor visits and labs across a range of providers in the GoodRx telehealth marketplace. Online doctor visits through GoodRx start at just $14.

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GoodRx Can Help You Get A COVID-19 Vaccine Near You

While the COVID-19 vaccine is free to all Americans, tracking eligibility and finding an appointment in your area is no simple task. Many hard-working Americans simply do not have the free time to put toward this effort. Fortunately, GoodRx has been collecting vaccine inventory and appointments from thousands of sites across the country and has compiled this useful information into an easy-to-use resource guide to help you find a vaccination site near you.

And although GoodRx cannot distribute vaccines or make your appointment for you, they have made it easy to browse your state to find out who's currently eligible, who's up next and how to request your appointment.

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Don’t Take It From Us — Here’s What GoodRx Customers Are Saying

The last thing people want to think about when they’re facing medical issues is how much it’s going to cost them. GoodRx helps reduce this stress by giving customers a money-saving alternative in a situation where they might have been forced to neglect their health due to lack of finances.

Check out the ways GoodRx has saved real-life customers time, money and — most importantly — stress when it comes to paying for their prescriptions:

• “One of my doctors told me about GoodRx two years ago. I wasn't taking some of the medication that she had prescribed for me because I couldn't afford it. It was just too expensive. When I went to the drug store to get medication that I knew was going to cost me an arm and a leg, I asked for the GoodRx price. I gave him the little card my doctor had given me, and it was like five bucks. I was blown over. I was happy and grateful.” — Brenda S., a grandma in Dallas, TX

• “It's extremely important to me to know exactly what I'm going to pay for medication. Knowing exactly how much I'm going to spend on medication allows me to stay within the perimeters of my budget. It allows me to have the freedom to put my mind on other things because medication is not a stress for me anymore. It was a stress before. It's not a stress anymore.” — Donna R., a retiree in TX
• I budget our money to a tee. And having GoodRx there to tell me exactly what I'm spending each month helps me with our budget. It’s been a lifesaver.” — Kayla M., a mother of two in TX

See How Much You Can Save On Health Care By Using GoodRx.

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• Here's How To Get A COVID-19 Vaccine Near You
• Meet The Tool Helping Millions Of Americans Save On Prescriptions
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