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How to apply for PACE + PACENET — Pennsylvania Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly
Pennsylvania Department of Aging — administers PACE (low-income tier) and PACENET (middle-income tier) for residents age 65+; PA's marquee state-only senior prescription drug program
Who it's for
PACE/PACENET is Pennsylvania's state-only senior prescription drug program for residents age 65+ who have been PA residents at least 90 days. TWO tiers based on income: (1) PACE — annual income ≤$14,500 single / ≤$17,700 married couple — copays of $6 (generic) / $9 (brand); (2) PACENET — annual income ≤$45,000 single / ≤$55,000 married couple (raised 2026-07-01 from $33,500/$41,500) — deductible plan with copays above the deductible. PACE/PACENET works with Medicare Part D (PACE pays the premium; PACENET supplements out-of-pocket costs). NO ASSET TEST. When calculating income, Medicare Part B premiums are excluded. Apply at pacecares.magellanhealth.com or by calling 800-225-7223.
PACE/PACENET has NO ASSET TEST and the 2026-07-01 PACENET expansion raised the single income ceiling from $33,500 to $45,000 — most middle-income PA seniors should qualify for at least PACENET. PA is one of only a handful of states with a state-funded senior Rx program of this scale; comparable to NY's EPIC program.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 65+
- Proof of Pennsylvania residency at least 90 days
- Proof of all household income (excluding Medicare Part B premiums)
- Medicare Part D plan enrollment (or eligibility)
- Social Security card
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 800-225-7223
Renewals
annual
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