North Carolina Drug Card Media Center

On June 10, 2018, Connie Craig and Lisa Hunneke, North Carolina Drug Card representatives, presented a check to the James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital at Vidant Medical Center.  Rhonda James, director, was pleased to receive the check donation in the amount of $2,944.60.

Following the presentation, Connie and Lisa participated in the telethon that occurred that day.  It has been exciting for North Carolina Drug Card to work with James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital at Vidant Medical Center and their year-round fundraising campaigns along with the special hospital events held for the kids.  The future is bright for James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital and for the children they treat.  It’s important to know that each time you choose to utilize the North Carolina Drug Card, you choose to give back to your local community and for that, we THANK YOU!  Remember to ask your pharmacist about the North Carolina Drug Card the next time you pick-up a prescription.

Since 2015, the United Networks of America partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has raised over $2.4 million dollars for local children’s hospitals. Of this, $2,944.60 has been raised for James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital .

ABOUT UNITED NETWORKS OF AMERICA
United Networks of America is one of the largest providers of value added managed care products and services in the United States. Since 1993, United Networks of America has continued to grow its network to more than 240,000 participating providers serving more than 120.1 million members across the United States of America, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. The diverse membership base is a testament to the versatility and value of those networks. United Networks of America clients include TPA’s, insurance companies, associations, universities, federal and state governments, school systems, large employers, among others. Each year, United Networks of America programs continue to receive the highest rankings in the country among value added programs. For more information on United Networks of America please click here

On May 16th, Miranda Mendel, North Carolina Drug Card Regional Manager, and Julius Wittenberg, North Carolina Drug Card Representative, presented a check to the Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH). Kellie Mcgregor, Director of Fund Development and her teammate, Laura Skinner, were pleased receive the check donation in the amount of $10,251.05. Kellie stated that the check will remain in the window of the Seacrest Studio for all to see when they walk into the hospital.

Before the presentation, Miranda and Julius helped Meredith Dean and her staff conduct celebrity bingo at the Seacrest Studios for the children at LCH.
Julius helped operate the camera so the children, who were in their rooms, could see the Bingo numbers and the Bingo board.  Miranda “manned” the phones and took information from the kids that called in “Bingo” so they could receive their prizes.

Kellie and Miranda discussed some upcoming events that LCF would like to have North Carolina Drug Card members attend. They were all very grateful for the North Carolina Drug Card program and their partnership.

Since 2015, the United Networks of America partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has raised over $2.4 million dollars for local children’s hospitals. Of this, $10,251.05 has been raised for Levine Children’s Hospital .

ABOUT UNITED NETWORKS OF AMERICA
United Networks of America is one of the largest providers of value added managed care products and services in the United States. Since 1993, United Networks of America has continued to grow its network to more than 240,000 participating providers serving more than 120.1 million members across the United States of America, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. The diverse membership base is a testament to the versatility and value of those networks. United Networks of America clients include TPA’s, insurance companies, associations, universities, federal and state governments, school systems, large employers, among others. Each year, United Networks of America programs continue to receive the highest rankings in the country among value added programs. For more information on United Networks of America please click here

On March 27th, Sharon Davis and Connie Craig, North Carolina Drug Card Representatives, presented a check to the Duke Children’s Hospital. CMN Coordinators, Karen McClure, Kelley Partner and Zac Griffin, were pleased receive the check donation in the amount of $19,285.00.

Sharon and Connie attended the ‘Celebrating our Superheroes’ event.  Initially, they introduced each CMN partner and told a little bit about North Carolina Drug Card and how we are designed to assist those individuals that are underinsured or uninsured with prescription medications. It was a great opportunity for other partners to learn more about us and what we do.

Next, they heard from a mom with her daughter that underwent a liver transplant as an infant.  She spoke highly of Duke, the physicians and staff. Not only had her daughter been a patient but she also has a son that is a former patient diagnosed with cancer at a young age.  Needless to say, the representatives found this very moving.  They were able to see how much their hard work helped not only those struggling to pay for high cost prescriptions, but also for the children at Duke.  The mom told her story of gratitude and they felt so proud of having been a part of helping! North Carolina Drug Card representatives were truly inspired and have since shared her story and pictures with their pharmacies so that they will also know that they play a huge role in helping us give to Duke Children’s.

ABOUT UNITED NETWORKS OF AMERICA
United Networks of America is one of the largest providers of value added managed care products and services in the United States. Since 1993, United Networks of America has continued to grow its network to more than 240,000 participating providers serving more than 120.1 million members across the United States of America, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. The diverse membership base is a testament to the versatility and value of those networks. United Networks of America clients include TPA’s, insurance companies, associations, universities, federal and state governments, school systems, large employers, among others. Each year, United Networks of America programs continue to receive the highest rankings in the country among value added programs. For more information on United Networks of America please click here

A Children's Miracle Network Hospitals ad was featured in Pharmacy Times (May 2016 Issue). A donation will be made to your local Children's Miracle Network Hospital each time a prescription is processed through the Rx Assistance Program.

Pharmacy Times (May 2016)

With all the uncertainties in healthcare right now, we would like to remind all residents that the North Carolina Drug Card is here to help. With the help of CVS, the program's preferred pharmacy; we are reaching out to let people know that this program is here to help lower prescription expenses.

The North Carolina Drug Card program offers statewide prescription assistance for all residents. There are no eligibility requirements or restrictions and the program is absolutely free to all. To access the program go to www.NorthCarolinaDrugCard.com and download your free card, or visit your local CVS and ask for the program.

This prescription savings card is honored by most pharmacies though out the state, it is designed to help those who have little to no insurance coverage, as well as those with insurance, discounting non-covered medications. Program Director, Daniel Dietrich, states that "Anyone can print a card and bring it to their pharmacist to see how it may benefit them; it is compatible with all insurances, including Part D Plans, H.S.A.'s, and High Deductibles".

Since the program was introduced about 4 years ago, the North Carolina Drug Card program has helped thousands of citizens saving millions of dollars, on their prescriptions. Mr. Dietrich added "regardless of your position on the health care debate, all will be affected in one form or another, the North Carolina Drug Card is a free program offering a helping hand during these economic times." The North Carolina Drug Card has partnered with numerous hospitals, health fairs and healthcare related organizations, including Health Access America, Community Action Partnership and others, in reaching out to those who may need it most. The North Carolina Drug Card program is as easy as going to www.NorthCarolinaDrugCard.com and downloading a card or by visiting your local CVS/pharmacy.

The North Carolina Drug Card is a statewide prescription assistance program that offers free discount drug cards to all North Carolina residents. The program provides discounts on both brand and generic medications with an average savings of around 30 percent. There are no restrictions to membership, income requirements, or age. Everyone is eligible to receive savings. This program may be beneficial for those physicians who see patients who are uninsured or underinsured.

The North Carolina Drug Card can even be used by people who have health insurance coverage with no prescription benefits, which is common in many health savings accounts (HSA) and high deductible health plans. Individuals with prescription coverage may also use the program to get a discount on prescription drugs that are not covered by insurance.

There are currently more than 56,000 pharmacy locations across the country participating in the program, including all major pharmacy chains. To learn more about the program, click here.