What Does Vascepa's Copay Aid Cover?
Vascepa's copay assistance program, run by the Vascepa Savings Card from Amarin Pharma, covers out-of-pocket costs for eligible commercially insured patients. This includes copays, co-insurance, and deductibles on Vascepa prescriptions filled at U.S. pharmacies.[1][2]
What Specific Costs Are Included?
- Copays and coinsurance: Reduces patient payments at the pharmacy counter to as low as $0 per fill (up to a maximum savings of $18,000 per year).[1]
- Deductibles: Applies toward annual deductibles for eligible patients.[2]
- Monthly fills: Covers 90-day supplies if dispensed as such, with savings scaled accordingly.[1]
The program activates at participating pharmacies and provides instant savings; no prior authorization needed for most cases.
Who Qualifies and What Isn't Covered?
Eligible patients must have commercial insurance (not government plans like Medicare, Medicaid, or VA). Household income limits apply in some cases, and the card is valid for up to 48 months.[1][2]
Exclusions:
- Government insurance copays.
- Non-pharmacy costs like doctor visits or lab tests.
- Costs after the annual $18,000 cap or card expiration.[2]
Patients can check eligibility and activate the card at VascepaSavings.com or by calling 1-844-627-2372.[1]
How Does It Compare to Other Programs?
Unlike some drug coupons, Vascepa's doesn't require enrollment forms—savings apply directly at checkout. Similar to programs for other branded meds like Repatha, but Vascepa's cap is higher ($18,000 vs. typical $8,000–$13,000).[3]
[1]: VascepaSavings.com
[2]: GoodRx Vascepa Savings
[3]: Drugs.com Vascepa Coupons