Effective November 1, 2007

 New Hanover County, in partnership with the National Association of         Counties (NACo), is pleased to introduce the New Hanover County       Prescription Discount Card Program.

It is easy to participate. There are no enrollment fees, no forms to fill out, no age or income requirements, and no medical condition restrictions. The entire family is covered with just one card and virtually all commonly prescribed medicine is covered.  The card may be obtained at any New Hanover County Government location, including the Health Department, Government Center, Department of Social Services, and all Library branches. 

There are no costs. There is no cost to the county, county taxpayers, or consumers to participate.  Caremark negotiates the discounts directly with participating pharmacies.  Neither NACo nor the participating counties receive any revenue from the program;

Everyone is eligible. The discount cards are provided free to residents living in participating NACo member counties across the country.  Savings are only available at participating pharmacies. A national network of more than 57,000 retail pharmacies honor the card; 

Consumers always receive the lowest retail price. On occasion, pharmacies will price a particular medication lower than the discount rate available with the NACo card.  If that occurs, consumers will receive the lower price.  Either way, consumers will always receive the best price available.

This plan is not insurance.  For more information and a list of participating pharmacies, please visit  www.caremark.com/naco