What is Phothera Cares?
Phothera Cares is a financial assistance program created to help patients access the phototherapy treatment they need, without being burdened by high co-pays or insurance deductibles.
If you’ve been prescribed home phototherapy for conditions like psoriasis, eczema, or vitiligo, you may qualify for cost-saving support through Phothera Cares.
My skin is completely healed and this past weekend I wore shorts for the first time in years.
– Eric
How It Works: Getting started is as easy as 1, 2, 3…
Step 1: Get Prescribed
Your dermatologist prescribes Phothera home phototherapy.
Step 2: Apply for Assistance
Our team reviews your co-pay or deductible support eligibility—no long forms.
Step 3: Reduce Your Out-of-Pocket Costs
Once approved, Phothera Cares reduces or eliminates your out-of-pocket costs, empowering you to begin treating immediately!
Requirements for Eligibility*
Fast-track your approval by verifying the following:
- Have commercial health insurance*
- Have a prescription for a Phothera home phototherapy device
- Face high out-of-pocket costs due to co-pays or unmet deductibles
- Are a resident of the United States
How to Apply
Applying is quick and simple:
- Complete our brief eligibility form or contact your rep directly
- Provide your insurance details (if there are any changes to your insurance coverage)
- We’ll confirm your status and apply the benefit directly
Need Help?
Our team is here to guide you every step of the way. From ordering assistance to treatment guidance, Phothera has you covered.
Why Choose Home Phototherapy:
SAFE
NBUVB is safe for pregnant women3, children2, the elderly1, and the immunocompromised4.
EFFICACY
82% of patients saw nearly clear skin at just 5 weeks5.
CONVENIENT
Home phototherapy allows you to treat on your schedule
AFFORDABLE
With Phothera Cares home phototherapy is now more affordable than ever.
PAINLESS
With home phototherapy you can achieve clearer skin without painful injections or messy topical creams.
What Sets Phothera Apart from Others:
Our History
Phothera was created by uniting two industry leaders with one bold vision: to redefine the future of light therapy through innovation, experience, and purpose-driven care.
Technology
The ClearLink™ Controller makes home phototherapy easy and safe, with guided treatments and simple controls that help you get the most from their treatment.
Clinical Studies
Phothera’s advanced phototherapy technology is trusted in the landmark LITE study, helping shape the future of light-based treatment for inflammatory skin conditions.
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*Participation Terms and Coverage Limitations:
*Available to patients with commercial insurance coverage. Patients must have a valid prescription for an FDA approved indication. Program is not available to patients whose devices are reimbursed in whole or in part by Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, or any other federal or state program. Offer subject to change or discontinuance without notice. This is not health insurance and program does not guarantee insurance coverage. Limitations may apply.
*Phothera reserves the sole discretion to determine eligibility for Phothera Cares coverage and may deny coverage for any prescriptions or related services at any time.
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- Bulur, I., Erdogan, H. K., Aksu, A. E., Karapınar, T., & Saracoglu, Z. N. (2018). The efficacy and safety of phototherapy in geriatric patients: a retrospective study. Anais brasileiros de dermatologia, 93(1), 33–38. https://doi.org/10.1590/abd1806-4841.20185468
- Pavlovsky M, Baum S, Shpiro D, Pavlovsky L, Pavlotsky F. Narrow band UVB: is it effective and safe for paediatric psoriasis and atopic dermatitis? J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2011 Jun;25(6):727-9. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-3083.2010.03832.x. Epub 2010 Aug 18. PMID: 20726938.
- Bae YC. Van Voorhees AS, et al. “Review of treatment options for psoriasis in pregnant or lactating women: From the Medical Board of the National Psoriasis Foundation.” J Am Acad Dermatol. 2012 Sep;67:459-77.
- Rácz, E., & Prens, E. P. (2017). Phototherapy of psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease. Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 287–294. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-56017-5_24
- Fernández-Guarino M, Aboin González S, Gonzalez-Cantero A, Arsuaga C, Lázaro P (2020) Phototherapy with Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B in Adult Psoriasis: A Study in Clinical Practice. J Clin Exp Dermatol Res. 11:521. DOI: 10.35248/2155-9554.20.11.521
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