Are there income restrictions for vascepa patient assistance?

Who is Eligible for Vascepa Patient Assistance?

Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) is a prescription medication approved to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in adult patients with elevated triglycerides. The patient assistance programs for Vascepa are designed to help eligible patients access this medication at a lower cost.

Income Restrictions for Vascepa Patient Assistance

According to the Vascepa patient assistance program website [1], income restrictions apply to determine eligibility. Individuals may be eligible for patient assistance if they have an annual income that falls within the federal poverty guidelines.

For 2024, the federal poverty guidelines are as follows [2]:
- Annual income: $27,750 for a single person
- Annual income: $36,900 for a two-person household
- Annual income: $46,150 for a three-person household

Patients with household incomes above these thresholds may not be eligible for the patient assistance program. However, healthcare providers or a social worker can help determine eligibility by reviewing the patient's financial situation.

Other Eligibility Factors

In addition to income restrictions, other eligibility factors are considered for the Vascepa patient assistance program. These include:

- Patients who do not have prescription insurance coverage or are not covered by Medicare or Medicaid
- Patients who cannot afford the medication, even with insurance coverage
- Patients who require ongoing Vascepa therapy to manage their triglyceride levels

Patients who are interested in the Vascepa patient assistance program should speak with their healthcare provider or pharmacist to determine their eligibility. They can also visit the Vascepa patient assistance program website or call the AbbVie Customer Center at 1-800-263-4376 to learn more.

Sources:

[1] Vascepa Patient Assistance Program (AbbVie).
[2] Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2024 (Health and Human Services).