Washington, DC

The AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) helps ensure that people living with HIV and AIDS who are uninsured and under-insured have access to medication.

Eligibility Criteria

In the State of Washington DC, to be eligible for ADAP enrollment, an individual must meet the following criteria:

  • Have a positive HIV/AIDS diagnosis;
  • Be a resident of Washington DC;
  • Proof of District of Columbia residency is required.
  • Medical Verification: Your physician is required to complete and sign DC ADAPs medical eligibility form verifying your HIV/AIDS status. ALL INFORMATION IS CONFIDENTIAL.
  • Proof of Income: Proof of income is required. Financial eligibility is based on 500% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL): FPL varies based on household size and is updated annually. Financial eligibility is calculated on the gross income available to the household. 
Application Instructions

You can now Enroll in ADAP online.

For those who wish to apply on paper: Along with a complete application, documentation of residency, income and HIV status is required. The last page of the application must be submitted by a doctor.

If you have questions please call 202-671-4815.

Hepatitis C (HCV) Drug Therapy
State covers some form of HCV drug therapies as part of their approved drug formularies: Yes

To learn more about what HCV drug therapies are on the drug formulary, please visit https://www.hiv-hcv-watch.com/watches.

Long-Acting Injectables (LAIs) Therapy
State covers LAIs as part of their approved drug formularies: Yes

To learn more about what LAIs drug therapies are on the drug formulary, please click here.

Contact Information

Address

District of Columbia Department of Health, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD, and TB Administration, AIDS Drugs Assistance Program
899 North Capitol Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
United States

Phone Number
202-671-4900 or 202-671-4815 (DC ADAP Hotline)
Fax Number
202-673-4365

38.9010559, -77.0085403