Did you know that more than 314,700 adults in

Virginia are now enrolled in the new Medicaid health insurance? Still, thousands are eligible, but not yet enrolled.

Did you know that only  one  training program, SignUpNow , is endorsed by the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) to instruct those wishing to help the newly-eligible sign up or renew their new Medicaid health insurance?

SignUpNow teaches the “ins and outs” of the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and post-enrollment information for Virginia’s Medicaid and FAMIS programs.

Check out http://www.vhcf.org/workshops/ to find a training workshop near you!

Even if you’ve attended a SignUpNow training in the past, this fall’s training will contain new information!

Sanofi offers Insulin Val you Savings for the Uninsured

The Insulins Val you Savings Program was developed to help increase access to insulin for patients who are uninsured and paying the full cash price for insulin. If a patient has coverage under a private health plan or is enrolled or eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, or other federal or state program, they are not eligible. For a monthly subscription of $99 and a valid prescription, members can receive up to 10 vials or 10 boxes of pens (or any combination of the two) every month. Keep in mind the program can change at anytime without notice so it’s a good idea to check the website regularly. The program covers long-acting and rapid-acting insulin brands: Lantus, Admelog, Toujeo and Apidra. For more information and how to access the program, visit www.InsulinsValYOU.com .

Sanofi continues to offer additional resources including co-pay cards which may limit out-of-pocket expenses for commercially insured patients regardless of income level. In addition, the Sanofi Patient Connection program provides insulin at no cost and is available through TPC to individuals who meet certain eligibility criteria including: an annual household income of < 250% of the current Federal Poverty Level (FPL), must be a U.S. citizen or resident, must have no insurance coverage and must not be eligible for Medicare or Medicaid. See the application for complete details and a list of all available products.

To access savings on other insulin and diabetes products, check out Lilly Cares and the Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance Program .

Did you know there is access to FREE eyeglasses in TPC?

Do you work with individuals who are unable to afford eyeglasses? New Eyes for the Needy is a non-profit organization that purchases new prescription eyeglasses through a voucher program available for children and adults in the US who cannot afford glasses on their own. Applicants must have a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) , have had a recent eye exam with a pupillary distance measurement (click here to learn how to measure pupillary distance) , and have no other resources available to pay for glasses, including federal or state programs or assistance from local charitable organizations. A social service or health advocate agency must apply on an applicant’s behalf. This program is available through TPC in the Supply formulary on the Medications screen.

Are you using TPC’s Mobile Medication Web App?



Don’t forget TPC has a separate mobile medication web app to help providers, MACs, volunteers and other clinic staff search for more free and low-cost medicine right at their fingertips! They can search by brandname, generic, class and subclass and determine if a medication is available for free from TPC or a low fee! A shortcut can be downloaded to any mobile device and the link can also be accessed from a computer.

Sign up for a TPC training session if you are new to your organization and need to learn the basics, if you currently use TPC and are looking to refresh your skills or want check out additional advanced features.  Please check back for additions to the schedule and register today! If you are looking for training in your area and don’t see a location near you, please let us know.