PrEP and PEP Assistance Programs

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) assistance programs (APs) are pivotal in creating points of access and coverage opportunities where lack of insurance or cost considerations may be structural barriers to comprehensive HIV prevention services. PrEP/PEP APs provide financial support to cover the cost of PrEP or PEP care.  

AP support may include covering HIV prevention services – or providing linkage to other assistance programs – to minimize the costs of HIV PrEP or PEP medications, labs, and/or clinical care for uninsured patients. Other services may include insurance premium or cost-sharing (e.g., deductible, copayments, or coinsurance) assistance to cover the cost of PrEP and/or PEP-related care. Additionally, some programs are providing assistance with doxycycline PEP, or DoxyPEP, to prevent bacterial sexually transmitted infections. 

The table below provides a snapshot of what jurisdictions are supporting through their PrEP APs. For more details on what is covered by a jurisdiction's program, view the comprehensive National PrEP/PEP Assistance Program Directory here.  

PrEP/PEP AP programs not seen in the directory can be added by completing the PrEP/PEP AP questionnaire. NASTAD will continue to update the directory as new PrEP AP programs become operational or as programs change. 

Does your jurisdiction have a PrEP and/or or PEP Assistance Program? Contact PrEP@NASTAD.org to share the details or complete this form.