How Does a MAP Work?● Uninsured patients are screened by

MAP caseworker for income eligibility.

INTAKE

• Intake form – data needed for application• Income Eligibility - Checklist of documentation

needed – Tax return or sign form 4506T– 1 month’s pay stubs– Copies of unemployment benefits, pensions, Social

Security and other income

• Prescriptions – Physician’s signed prescription must be sent to PAP– Physician office may send med list. TPC software

generates prescriptions for MD to sign.

Application for Each Medicine

● The patient signs a computer generated application form for each medicine.

Working with the Physician

• The MAP works closely with physician office regarding ordering and receipt of medicines.

• The physician signs the application form, and mails application OR

• The physician signs the form and returns it to the Caseworker to mail.

Shipment of Meds and Dispensing● Medicines arrive 2-4 weeks later at

doctor’s office or clinic; some may be mailed directly to the patient.

● Local pharmacies may receive meds for dispensing to patients.

Bridge Medicines

• Bridge medicines fill the time lag gap

• Samples dispensed at clinic or MD office

• Generic medicines may be prescribed for interim use .

• Vouchers may be used to pay for medicine until free supply arrives.

The Cycle Continues. . .

● Patients notify MAP caseworker of receipt of medicines.

● Refill is triggered for 90 days later.

● Yearly renewals required.