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What is Acorda Therapeutics?
Acorda Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing therapies for multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and other nervous system disorders. The Company's marketed products include AMPYRA (TM) (dalfampridine), a potassium channel blocker approved as a treatment to improve walking in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), as demonstrated by an improvement in walking speed; and ZANAFLEX CAPSULES (R) (tizanidine hydrochloride), a short-acting drug for the management of spasticity. The Company's pipeline includes a number of products in development for the treatment, regeneration and repair of the spinal cord and brain.
Does Acorda have AMPYRA?
Acorda has established AMPYRA Patient Support Services, a dedicated resource for healthcare professionals and people with MS. Experienced customer care agents will be available to help healthcare professionals process prescriptions, work with insurance carriers to facilitate coverage, and direct patients to available assistance programs.
Summary
Acorda Therapeutics is a major biotechnical company founded in 1995. Their specific focus is geared towards developing and providing the best treatment possible for all central nervous system related disorders.
Eligibility
National Organization for Rare Disorders provides Acorda Therapeutics patient assistance program. NORD offers an one year supply of Zanaflex at no cost to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
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If you have any questions please call the Acorda Therapeutics program directly.
How to contact APSS?
Want to learn more? You can reach APSS toll-free at 1-888-881-1918, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time.
Does APSS cover AMPYRA?
If you are prescribed AMPYRA, APSS can confirm whether your insurance will cover your prescription, and whether you are eligible for our co-pay program. If you have commercial insurance (employer-sponsored or individual) and AMPYRA is covered, you may be eligible for co-pay assistance for AMPYRA where allowed by law.
How to fax an AMPYRA form?
There are 2 options: Download and complete the fillable SRF here and fax it to APSS at 1-888-883-3053. Submit the SRF online via the iAssist ePrescribing portal. 2.
How much does Ampyra cost?
Commercially eligible patients who have private employer-sponsored or individual plan insurance may be eligible to receive Ampyra for as little as $10 for a monthly prescription or $30 for a 3-month prescription. Eligibility requirements and restrictions apply.*
