Hep C

[joe6629]

I have Hep C and would like to begin treatment I have no insurance or income.  Is there anywhere I could go for help in area surrounding Chino, Ca

[orphanedhawk]

You can try calling local hospitals or universities that have hepatology department and ask if they have financial assistance or charity care programs.
Most provide help for low income patients.

As mentioned above, clinical trials can be a great way to go.

[pooh55811]

If you have not applied for MediCal, then you should apply.

http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/MCIndividual.aspx

Also, call your county social services department and your county Public Health Dept. They should know where you can get help with care.

http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/pubhlth/

Department of Public Health
351 N. Mt. View Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92415-0010
[phone]

If you are able to get to a university affiliated medical center, they ususally have financial assistance programs. Call and speak with social services at the hospital.

Best of luck.

[angel216]

the first time i was on treatment i went through the manufactorer(*). it was a hassle but got my meds free.  this time my doc helped me and i was approved for all three meds within a week.  no cost to me.  im a single mom with no insurance so yes there is defenitely help out there. good luck

[JDB1964]

Clinical trials for new meds can be a source of help free. I am very lucky to be involved in a trial all oral meds, few if any side affects. It is working!

Jill

[helphubby82]

Are you seeing a doctor? the doctor my husband goes too helped him to get all his meds free. They have patient assit Programs the DR Can get it through much faster then you can on your own good luck! and take care.

[willbb]

Hi joe..

Often patients without resources (ie ,income or insurance) will find assistance through the drug manufactures.  Obviously meeting certain criteria. Possibly satrt with calling these numbers.

Vertex: 1-855-546-2483 or 1-855-837-8394
Pegassist: 1-877-734-2797

Merck: 1-866-363-6379

Good luck and welcome to the group...

Will