California residents have saved $160 million on prescriptions with discount program

SACRAMENTO – California residents have saved more than $160 million on their prescriptions over the past five years by using the Coast2Coast Rx Card. This cost-savings program allows all California residents – regardless of income, age or health status – to save on the costs of their medications.

San Diego County residents have saved more than $40 million since the program was adopted. Overall, 32 California counties have implemented the Coast2Coast RX program. Nationwide, the program is saving cardholders an average of 60 percent on the cost of prescription drugs.

The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) has endorsed the program.

“The Coast2Coast RX Program has proven to be a valuable asset to California residents," said CSAC executive director Matt Cate. "We encourage all counties to participate in this program that significantly reduces prescription costs while enhancing the health and well-being of our residents.”

The prescription card, which includes more than 60,000 drugs in its formulary, is distributed free of charge and may be used at all pharmacy chains and most independent pharmacies in California.

Residents who would like to participate in the free Coast2CoastRx prescription savings program can print a card at http://www.coast2coastrx.com/index.php/print-free-card/county/.

In addition, residents can call (800) 931-8872 to obtain a card via regular mail.