How to Qualify for Vascepa Patient Assistance
Patients qualify for the Vascepa Savings Card or Copay Assistance Program through Cosminn Pharmaceuticals (formerly Amarin) if they have commercial insurance, are not government-insured (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid), and meet income or coverage limits. The program caps out-of-pocket costs at $9 per 30-day supply for eligible patients.[1]
Required Documents for Enrollment
Enrollment typically requires:
- Proof of commercial prescription insurance (e.g., insurance ID card or explanation of benefits showing coverage for Vascepa).
- Recent prescription for Vascepa from a licensed healthcare provider.
- Personal identification (e.g., driver's license or Social Security number for verification).
- Household income documentation if applying for free medication through the Patient Assistance Program (e.g., tax returns, pay stubs, or W-2 forms showing income at or below 400-500% of the federal poverty level, varying by household size).1
Submit documents online at vascepasavings.com or by phone (1-877-304-3185). Approval takes 1-2 business days for copay cards; PAP applications may take longer.
Who Doesn't Qualify and Common Rejections
Government-insured patients (Medicare Part D, Medicaid, VA) are ineligible for copay help but may access free Vascepa via the AmarinCAREs Patient Assistance Program with proof of income under limits (e.g., $50,000+ for a single-person household, adjusted annually).2 Rejections often stem from missing income proof or expired insurance details.
How the Programs Differ
| Program | Eligibility | Documents Needed | Benefit |
|---------|-------------|------------------|---------|
| Vascepa Savings Card | Commercial insurance only | Insurance card, Rx, ID | $9 copay max (up to $15,000/year) |
| AmarinCARES PAP | Uninsured/underinsured, low income | Income proof, Rx, ID | Free meds (1 year, renewable) |1
Application Timeline and Renewal
Apply anytime; cards activate instantly online. Renew annually or upon insurance changes by resubmitting proof. Track status via the patient portal.[1]
Alternatives if You Don't Qualify
- NeedyMeds or RxAssist for broader PAP listings.
- GoodRx discounts (Vascepa ~$300-400/month without insurance).
- Contact manufacturer for exceptions during appeals.2
[1]: vascepasavings.com