Update on the Wisconsin Chronic Disease Program Drug Rebate Program

November 7, 2002

Wisconsin Act 16, the 2001-2003 biennial budget, required implementation of a drug rebate program for WCDP. WCDP is required to cover only those drugs for which the drug’s manufacturer has signed a rebate agreement. This drug rebate program will result in significant savings in WCDP drug costs.

Effective December 1, 2002, WCDP will only cover drugs produced by manufacturers that have signed a drug rebate agreement with WCDP.

Drug coverage may change as participating manufacturers change. Check the web site on the 20th of each month for changes in coverage beginning the following month.

Most major manufacturers have signed drug rebate agreements. However, some manufacturers have chosen not to participate. 

If your drugs are not listed as covered, we advise you to check with your health care providers about switching to another brand or to a generic drug.

WCDP recommends to all participants that you review your drug plan with your doctor or social worker and show them the participant letter dated November 7, 2002 (PDF, 20 KB).