Charitable Pharmacy

SafeNet Rx

We're here to help

 SafeNetRx Charitable Pharmacy is a non-profit, mail-order pharmacy committed to providing low-cost medications to Iowans in need.

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SafeNetRx Pharmacy has been accredited by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) as a Healthcare Merchant. Learn more about our commitment to safety here.

Did you know:

40% of adults in the US did not fill a needed prescription due to cost?

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$230.84

On average, SafeNetRx Charitable Pharmacy has been able to save customers over 200 dollars per prescription.

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$7,284,638

Additionally, over 7 MILLION dollars worth of medicines have been dispensed to those in need.

SafeNet Rx

Eligibility

To be eligible to receive medications from SafeNetRx Pharmacy, you must:

  • Be living in the state of Iowa
  • Be unable to afford your medications whether you have insurance or not
  • Have an annual household income up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level

# of individuals in Household
 200% Federal Poverty Level
 1  $30,120
 2  $40,880
 3  $51,640
 4  $62,400
 5  $73,160
 6  $83,920
 7  $94,680
 8  $105,440

Households with more than 8 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person.

Top 200 Prescriptions

View the top 200 medications we've dispensed to see the most common prescriptions we're sending out. Our inventory is based entirely on donations so availability of these medications are NOT guaranteed. Give us a call to check availability of medications not included on this list.

Registration

Please call SafeNetRx Pharmacy at 515-276-0066 once you have submitted your application to discuss how we can help.

Pricing:

$5

for each 30-day generic prescription

$15

for each 30-day brand-name prescription

$15

for supplies and bulky items

Pricing is based on availability of donated medicine. Brand-name medications are limited to no more than 6-months per patient. Shipping is FREE. 

Prescriptions

After we have approved your application, let us know if you fill your prescriptions at another pharmacy and we can transfer your remaining refills here OR have your doctor send new prescriptions directly to us.

Need help finding a provider but lack insurance to cover the cost? Click here to find a list of free clinics near you

Payment

Electronic payment taken over the phone is required before medications
are shipped. 

Shipping

We ship medications Monday-Thursday. Once shipped, you should receive your prescriptions within 3-5 business days.

Is the Charitable Pharmacy not right for you?

Ask your provider if they participate in the SafeNetRx Drug Donation Repository Program for additional assistance OR

Print out this Medication Discount Card to use at a pharmacy near you. Visit NeedyMeds for information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost & Billing

Pricing is based on the availability of the medication through our Drug Donation Repository. In an effort to serve as many patients across Iowa as possible, we fill mostly 30-day supply prescriptions.  We charge a dispensing fee of $5 for generic prescriptions and $15 for brand-name prescriptions and larger bulky items. 

Payment is due before prescriptions are shipped out.  Debit/credit or ACH payment is required. Payment may be called in OR an electronic invoice may be emailed to you that allows you to securely enter your payment information online.

Dispensing fees may be covered by the patient or their provider

Eligibility

To fill prescriptions at SafeNetRx Pharmacy, you must have an Iowa address and an annual household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Apply online!  No documentation is required. 

If you have active insurance, you may still be eligible to fill your prescriptions at SafeNetRx Pharmacy as long as you are currently living in Iowa with an annual household income up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.  Please note that we are unable to bill your insurance company for donated medications.  

You must re-apply for medication assistance through the charitable pharmacy annually to ensure you are still eligible to receive donated medicines.

Prescriptions

Prescriptions are shipped Monday through Thursday via USPS to any Iowa address including PO boxes.  Delivery typically takes 3-5 business days.  If you need to know the status of your shipment, send us a message at pharmacy@safenetrx.org and we will send you your tracking information.

At this time, we do not carry insulin or any medication that requires refrigeration. We receive test strips through our Drug Donation Repository, but cannot guarantee a constant supply.  Send us a message at pharmacy@safenetrx.org and we will check to see if we have your needed test strips.

No, we do not fill ANY controlled substance prescriptions.

Prescriptions may only be sent by your provider or current pharmacy.  We accept:

  • *Preferred* Electronic prescriptions (SureScripts):  NCPDP 1625574
  • Fax: 515-401-1191
  • Telephone: 515-276-0066   

If your provider gave you  a paper copy of your prescription, you may mail it directly to us at the below address OR take it to a nearby pharmacy to be transferred to us. Copies sent by fax or email will not be accepted.

  • Mailing Address: SafeNetRx-Pharmacy, 1500 SE 19th Street, Suite 530, Grimes, IA 50111

We can set up an auto-fill schedule for your prescriptions.  This allows us to fill and send all of your prescriptions at the same time and removes the stress of you having to remember to call us for each order.  If you prefer to call us for each refill, that is also an option. 

If we do not have your needed medication in stock, you may print out this drug discount card and take it to a pharmacy near you for a discounted price.  

We receive inhalers through our Drug Donation Repository, but cannot guarantee a constant supply.  Send us a message at pharmacy@safenetrx.org and we will check to see if we have your needed inhaler.

Have additional questions?

Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help!

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