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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

Not confirmed or subject to limits

  • EPIC does not make every prescription free; confirm qualifying income, fees, deductible and coverage for each prescription.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
Evidence for this review

This review does not guarantee eligibility, funding, admission, or every statement on the linked website.

Health & public benefitsProgramState program · NY

New York State Department of Health

Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) — New York

State help with prescription costs for older adults enrolled in Medicare Part D.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Complete the EPIC application linked on the official page and submit it through the stated online, mail or fax route.

  1. 01

    Complete the EPIC application linked on the official page and submit it through the stated online, mail or fax route.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

New York; requirements and access depend on the program.

  • NY

What it offers

Secondary coverage for eligible prescriptions after the Part D deductible, with a fee or deductible plan based on income.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Permanent New York residents age 65 or older, within EPIC income limits, enrolled in Part D and without full Medicaid.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Verification status
Reviewed with limitations
Source review
Oct 14, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 14, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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