📖 Quick Reference Guide
PACE Program — Prescription Assistance
⚡ Key Facts
- Program PACE / PACENET (Pennsylvania)
- Who qualifies PA residents age 65+ meeting income limits
- PACE income Up to $14,500 (single) / $17,700 (couple)
- PACENET income Up to $33,500 (single) / $41,500 (couple)
- Phone 1-800-225-7223
What Is PACE?
Pennsylvania's Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly (PACE) helps older adults pay for prescription medications. Funded by the Pennsylvania Lottery, this program has helped millions of seniors afford their medications since 1984.
PACE vs. PACENET
There are two tiers based on income:
- PACE: Lower income seniors pay $6 for generics and $9 for brand-name drugs
- PACENET: Higher income seniors pay a monthly premium and slightly higher copays, but still save significantly
Important: Income limits are updated periodically. Contact the PACE hotline at 1-800-225-7223 for the most current thresholds.
How PACE Works with Part D
If you have Medicare Part D, PACE/PACENET can help pay for your Part D costs including premiums, deductibles, and copays. You should still enroll in a Part D plan — PACE then wraps around it to minimize what you pay at the pharmacy.
How to Apply
- By phone: 1-800-225-7223
- Online: Pennsylvania Department of Aging website
- In person: Visit your local senior center or Area Agency on Aging
Many eligible seniors don't know this program exists. If you or someone you know is struggling with prescription costs, PACE could make a real difference.
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