How to Apply for Vascepa Patient Assistance
Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) offers patient assistance through the Vascepa Savings Card and the Vascepa Cares program, run by Amarin Pharma. The Savings Card provides copay reduction for commercially insured patients, while Vascepa Cares offers free medication for uninsured or underinsured patients who qualify based on income.
Steps for the Vascepa Savings Card (Copay Assistance)
- Visit the official Vascepa Savings site at vascepa.com/savings or call 1-844-627-2372.
- Complete the online enrollment form with your name, doctor's info, insurance details, and pharmacy.
- Receive an activation code via email or text; activate the card digitally.
- Present the card at the pharmacy—reduces out-of-pocket costs to as low as $9 per month for up to 48 months (max savings $4,500/year).[1]
Eligibility: U.S. residents with commercial insurance; not for government insurance like Medicare/Medicaid.
Steps for Vascepa Cares (Free Medication)
- Have your doctor or healthcare provider download and complete the Vascepa Cares enrollment form from vascepa.com/vascepa-cares or call 1-833-VASCEPA (1-833-827-2372).
- Submit proof of income (e.g., tax return, pay stubs showing household income ≤400-500% of federal poverty level, depending on household size).
- Include prescription and insurance details (or proof of no coverage).
- Fax or mail the form to the program address provided; processing takes 2-3 business days.
- If approved, medication ships directly to your doctor's office or pharmacy for free (up to 12 months, renewable).[1][2]
Eligibility: Uninsured, underinsured, or those with coverage denials; income-based (e.g., ≤$58,320 for one person in 2024); U.S. residents.
Who Qualifies and Common Denials
- Qualifiers: Low-income patients, no/low coverage, or high copays after insurance denial.
- Exclusions: Medicare Part D, Medicaid, VA, or active duty military; non-U.S. residents.
- Denials often stem from incomplete income docs or government insurance—resubmit with full verification.[2]
Alternatives if You Don't Qualify