Medication Assistance
Med Assist of Martinsville, Henry and Patrick Counties
This Medication Assistance Program provides eligible patients the ability to apply locally for access to free medications offered by major pharmaceutical companies.
This Medication Assistance Program provides eligible patients the ability to apply locally for access to free medications offered by major pharmaceutical companies.
Learn More - Eligibility
- Legal residents of or served by a physician in the City of Martinsville or Henry or Patrick Counties;
- 18 years or older;
- Income restricted to 200% of federal poverty guidelines, depending on applicable drug company (see income limits);
- No insurance covering medication (Rx discount cards are not considered insurance);
- A prescription for a maintenance or long-term medication provided by the free drug programs.
2011 MedAssist Income Limits
Family Size | Monthly Limit | Yearly Limit |
| 1 | $1,815 | $21,780 |
| 2 | $2,452 | $29,420 |
| 3 | $3,089 | $37,060 |
| 4 | $3,725 | $44,700 |
| 5 | $4,362 | $52,340 |
| 6 | $4,999 | $59,880 |
* some companies have lower income limits
Things to Remember
- MedAssist does not determine the eligibility requirements. Eligibility is determined solely by the company providing the medication.
- Not all medications made by a company are available through the free drug program.
- MedAssist does not control the time that it takes for the drug companies to respond with medication.
- There is a small handling fee of $5.00 for a 90 day supply of medication charged (fee subject to change).
Important Medicare Part D Information
- Some companies will allow patients who are enrolled in or qualify for Medicare D to receive free medications. Check with MedAssist to see if you are eligible for assistance.
- If you have Medicare, you may qualify for Medicare D Low Income Subsidy (LIS). Check with MedAssist to see if you are eligible for assistance.
- If you need help enrolling or have questions about a Medicare D Drug Plan, please contact Rita Winbush at 276-638-0787.
Bassett Family Practice 276-629-1076
Martinsville/Henry County 276-632-2246
Patrick Co. 276-692-3010
Free Medical Clinic of Martinsville 276-638-2670
MedAssist is funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, the Virginia Health Care Foundation and the Harvest Foundation









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