Check Your Insurance Coverage First
Contact your health plan provider directly—call the number on your insurance card or log into their member portal. Ask for your specific copay or coinsurance for Vascepa (icosapent ethyl), including any prior authorization requirements. Provide your plan details, pharmacy network, and dosage for an exact quote.[1]
Use Vascepa Savings Programs
Visit the official Vascepa website (vascepa.com) and use their Copay Savings Card tool. Eligible commercially insured patients pay as little as $9 per month (up to 120 capsules), but verify eligibility by entering your insurance info. Print or text the card to your pharmacy.[2]
- For uninsured or underinsured: The Patient Assistance Program through COSMO (Vascepa's partner) covers full cost for those at or below 400% of the federal poverty level. Apply online at vascepa.com/savings or call 1-855-682-7382.[2]
Get a Quote at Your Pharmacy
Take your insurance card to a local pharmacy like CVS, Walgreens, or Walmart. They run a real-time benefits check and show your exact copay before purchase. GoodRx or SingleCare apps can compare cash prices (around $300–$400/month without insurance) if copay is high.[3]
What Affects Your Copay
Factors include:
- Deductible status (higher early in the year).
- Tier level (Vascepa is often Tier 3, meaning 30–50% coinsurance).
- Quantity limits (e.g., 120 capsules max per fill).
- State laws capping copays for certain drugs.
If denied coverage, appeal with your doctor's help, citing Vascepa's FDA approval for CV risk reduction.[1][2]
Sources
[1]: FDA Label for Vascepa
[2]: Vascepa Official Savings
[3]: GoodRx Vascepa Pricing