GoodRx - Error (2024)

FAQs

Why are pharmacies not accepting GoodRx? ›

Participating pharmacies are required to accept GoodRx through contracts with their pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). An exception is for controlled medications. Accepting a GoodRx coupon for a controlled medication is always at the discretion of the pharmacist.

1, alleges that by disclosing millions of users' personal health information to third parties without the users' authorization, consent, or knowledge, GoodRx violated the FTC Act's prohibition on unfair and deceptive trade practices and the FTC's Health Breach Notification Rule.

GoodRx drug prices are tied to the most commonly filled NDC (drug manufacturer) for the particular prescription configuration & pharmacy on the coupon. Please note that if a pharmacy does not have that particular NDC in stock, they may receive a different price when processing the coupon.

GoodRx is a free mobile app and website that helps Americans save millions of dollars every month by finding them the lowest prescription prices in their neighborhood. Use our price comparison resource on your mobile app or visit goodrx.com to save up to 80% on virtually all FDA-approved drugs—brand-name and generic.

GoodRx is accepted at more than 70,000 pharmacies nationwide — including major chains like CVS, Rite Aid, Costco, VONS, and Albertsons!

FAQ. When is Prescription Savings Club ending? It is ending on August 31, 2024, but Walgreens will continue to accept many other prescription discount cards including SingleCare, GoodRx and more. In addition, Walgreens Rx Savings Finder can help you find lower Rx prices at Walgreens.

THE LAWSUIT: A class action securities lawsuit was filed against GoodRx Holdings, Inc. that seeks to recover losses of shareholders who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between September 23, 2022 and November 8, 2022.

GoodRx, a pharmacy discount app, is facing numerous challenges including shrinking business, trouble with customers and the FTC, and the departure of its founders. The company's pivot to direct relationships with retail pharmacies may not be successful, and its subscription plan is shrinking.

Bottom Line. SingleCare and GoodRx make prescription drug prices more affordable for consumers. Both companies have identical aims, but SingleCare generally offers lower pricing and free delivery. The tradeoff is the extra features GoodRx offers in its paid plans and affordable telehealth appointments.

Prices can increase for a number of reasons. Higher cost to the manufacturer is one of the most common causes of a price increase, and you will see the difference passed on to you at the pharmacy. Shortages can affect prices.

How many times can you use GoodRx for a prescription? ›

Do they expire? GoodRx coupons themselves do not expire; you are able to re-use the coupons as many times as you would like. However, we recommend you always obtain a new coupon from the website before refilling so you are receiving the most up to date price when you pick up your prescription.

Hirsch co-founded Santa Monica, California-based GoodRx to help provide Americans with affordable access to prescription medications. Private equity firms Francisco Partners and Spectrum Equity acquired a majority stake in GoodRx in 2015 before a third PE firm, Silver Lake, made a minority investment in 2018.

The closest competitor to goodrx.com are drugs.com, singlecare.com and mayoclinic.org.

No hidden costs. You cannot use GoodRx with health insurance. However, some insurance plans will reimburse you for GoodRx purchases or count them toward your deductible. GoodRx connects consumers to affordable prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

You can use a GoodRx discount instead of your prescription insurance or Medicare if the cost is lower. However, GoodRx cannot be combined with your insurance or any federal or state-funded program such as Medicare or Medicaid.

Bottom Line. SingleCare and GoodRx make prescription drug prices more affordable for consumers. Both companies have identical aims, but SingleCare generally offers lower pricing and free delivery. The tradeoff is the extra features GoodRx offers in its paid plans and affordable telehealth appointments.

When you pick up your medication, the discount will be automatically applied to the price. If your prescription was sent directly to the pharmacy from your provider's office, let your pharmacist know you want to use a GoodRx discount before they ring up your prescription.