Does Vascepa Patient Assistance Have Income Limits?
Yes, the Vascepa Savings Card and related patient assistance programs from Amarin have income restrictions for free or discounted medication. Eligibility typically requires household income at or below 400-500% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), depending on the specific program and family size.[1] For example, a single-person household might qualify with income under $60,000-$75,000 annually, scaling up for larger households.
How to Check Eligibility for Vascepa Savings
Apply through the official Vascepa Savings Program website or by calling 1-877-304-3185. You'll need to provide proof of income, insurance status (often for commercially insured patients only), and pharmacy details. Uninsured or underinsured patients may access the Amarin CAREs Foundation, which covers copays for those meeting stricter income criteria (e.g., up to 400% FPL).[1][2] Approval is case-by-case and renews periodically.
What If You Earn Too Much for Free Vascepa?
Patients above income limits can still get copay assistance reducing out-of-pocket costs to as low as $9 per month for a 90-day supply, without strict income caps for commercially insured individuals. Medicare patients are ineligible for the savings card but may qualify for the foundation if income-qualified.[2]
Alternatives If Vascepa Assistance Is Unavailable
- Generic Icosapent Ethyl: Available since 2020; no assistance program but lower cost (around $100-200/month without insurance).[3]
- Competitor Programs: Look at Lovaza (also omega-3) assistance via AbbVie, with similar 400-500% FPL limits.
- Broader Options: NeedyMeds.org or RxAssist lists free clinics and state programs without Vascepa-specific income rules.
[1]: Vascepa Savings Program
[2]: Amarin CAREs Foundation
[3]: Drugs.com - Icosapent Ethyl Pricing