Vascepa is a prescription medication used to treat high triglycerides in adults. The drug is known for its high cost, and as such, the manufacturer provides discounts to eligible patients to help them afford the medication. According to the official Vascepa website [2], eligible patients can receive a Vascepa savings card that allows them to pay as little as $9 per month for their prescription. However, there are some restrictions on the use of these discounts.

Firstly, the Vascepa savings card is only available to commercially insured patients [2]. Patients with government-funded insurance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid are not eligible for the savings card. However, Medicare Part D beneficiaries may still be able to receive coverage for Vascepa, depending on their plan [3]. It is recommended that Medicare beneficiaries check with their plan provider to see if Vascepa is covered.

Additionally, the Vascepa savings card is not valid for patients who are paying for their prescription in cash or who have no insurance coverage [2]. Patients who are not eligible for the savings card may still be able to receive discounts through other programs such as GoodRx [3]. GoodRx provides coupons that can be used to save on the cost of Vascepa at participating pharmacies. The discounts offered through GoodRx may vary depending on the pharmacy and location.

In conclusion, there are restrictions on the use of Vascepa discounts. The Vascepa savings card is only available to commercially insured patients, and patients with government-funded insurance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid are not eligible. Patients who are not eligible for the savings card may still be able to receive discounts through other programs such as GoodRx. It is recommended that patients check with their plan provider or pharmacy to see if they are eligible for any discounts on Vascepa.

Sources:
[2] https://www.vascepa.com/getting-started/vascepa-savings/
[3] https://www.goodrx.com/vascepa/medicare-coverage