What are AARP Prescription Discounts?
FREE for AARP members and their families
AARP® Prescription Discounts provided by OptumRx® is a free benefit with your AARP membership. You don’t need to sign up or pay a fee.
Save big on FDA-approved medications
Members can save an average of 61%† on their prescription medications, which includes brand-name, generic, and doctor-prescribed over-the-counter drugs.
- Cholesterol Medications—$45 average savings
- Blood Pressure Medications—$26 average savings
- Cardiovascular Medications—$21 average savings
Discounts provided to AARP members
Prescription medication coverage can change each year. AARP Prescription Discounts allows members to find affordable options when it comes to filling their medications. Learn how AARP Prescription Discounts can help you save on medications not covered by primary insurance or Medicare Part D.
How do I use it?
Getting started is easy
Print out your FREE prescription discounts card and fill out your name and AARP member ID number or call OptumRx at 1-877-422-7718 to receive your card in the mail. You can also download, email or view the card on your mobile device.
Use your card every time you visit the pharmacy
At the pharmacy, show your insurance card AND your AARP Prescription Discounts card to see which one saves you more.
What are the benefits?
Get guaranteed $1 savings
Save at least $1 each time you refill your prescriptions.
Save on FDA-approved medications
Members save an average of 61%† on FDA-approved medications – brand-name and generic – including over-the-counter medications when prescribed by a physician.
Home delivery
Save even more when you order a 30-day or 90-day supply that’s delivered right to your front door.
Easy and FREE Rx management
In a few easy steps, you can create an online account and get access to helpful tools, like setting medication reminders, giving caregiver access, checking home delivery order status, and more.
Extend the discounts to loved ones1
Get an extra prescription discounts card for your spouse and dependents.
Free prescription discounts just for AARP members
An average of 61%✝ savings really adds up. Here’s how AARP Prescription Discounts provided by OptumRx has helped over 500,000 AARP members afford their medications.
Great savings. Easy to use at my pharmacy across the country.*
- Save on MedicationsDiscover how much you can save with your AARP Prescription Discounts card.Find a Drug Price
- Order Home DeliveryGet your medications delivered to your front door.Learn More from OptumRx
- Choose a PharmacyFind savings at over 66,000 pharmacies.Find a Pharmacy
- Have a Question?Discover the answers to questions you may have about prescription discounts.Read FAQS