Patient assistance programs are typically offered by:

Patient assistance programs are primarily provided by pharmaceutical manufacturers. These programs are designed to help patients who may not have the financial means to afford their medications. By offering discounts, free medications, or other forms of financial assistance, pharmaceutical manufacturers can ensure that patients have access to their prescribed therapies.

These programs also serve the manufacturers’ interests by improving medication adherence and patient outcomes, which ultimately can lead to better market positioning for their products. While health maintenance organizations (HMOs), pharmacies, and physicians might offer support and guidance regarding access to medications or financial assistance, the actual resources and funding for patient assistance programs are predominantly sourced from the pharmaceutical companies that produce the medications.