Vascepa Patient Assistance Program Basics
Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) enrollment through the Vascepa Savings Card or patient assistance programs, like the one from Assertio Therapeutics (formerly Amarin), typically lasts 12 months per approval cycle. Reapply when your current card expires or coverage lapses to avoid gaps in affordability.[1]
When to Reapply for Continuous Coverage
Submit a new application at least 30 days before your current enrollment ends. Processing takes 2-4 weeks, so early renewal prevents payment spikes from $300+ per month to full list price (around $400 per 120-capsule bottle without aid).[1][2] Check your card's expiration date or call 1-855-682-7372 for your status.
What If Your Enrollment Lapses?
If expired, you lose discounts immediately. Reapply online at vascepasavings.com or by phone; approval is usually same-day for renewals if eligible (income under 400-500% FPL, commercial insurance). Uninsured patients may qualify for free drug via HealthWell Foundation.[2][3]
Eligibility Changes to Watch
Reapply sooner if income rises, insurance switches, or you turn 65 (Medicare shifts). Programs exclude government insurance users. Vascepa's patents expire in 2035-2039, but generics won't affect current aid.[4]
Alternatives If Denied or Delayed