Key takeaways
- Leqvio is available solely as a brand-name drug. It’s not available in a (lower cost) generic version.
- Optum Perks coupons are available to reduce your price for Leqvio if you don’t have insurance.
- Programs such as the Leqvio Co-Pay Program, Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation, and NeedyMeds also may assist with Leqvio costs if you qualify.
The price you pay for Leqvio can vary. Your cost may depend on your treatment plan, your insurance coverage (if you have it), and the pharmacy you use. It will also depend on how much you have to pay for an office visit with your doctor to receive Leqvio. (The drug comes as a liquid solution that a healthcare professional will give as an injection under your skin.)
To find out how much you’ll pay for Leqvio, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
Note: If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Leqvio. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Leqvio in regard to your treatment. Then, the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Leqvio requires prior authorization, but you don’t receive it before you start treatment, you could pay the full cost of the drug.
Be sure to ask your insurance company whether Leqvio requires prior authorization.
To save money on your Leqvio prescription, explore these Optum Perks coupons. (Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.)
Leqvio only comes as a brand-name drug. It’s not currently available in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.
Why is there such a cost difference between brand-name drugs and generics?Years of research and testing are needed to ensure that brand-name drugs are safe and effective. This testing can make the drugs expensive. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell the drug for up to 20 years. After that, other drugmakers can produce generic versions. This competition in the market can lead to lower costs for generics. And because generics have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t need to be studied again. This can also lead to lower generic costs.
If you need help covering the cost of Leqvio or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:
On these sites, you can find insurance information, details on drug assistance programs, and links to savings cards and other services.
If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about Leqvio and cost.
Does Medicare cover the price of Leqvio?
It’s possible. To find out whether your Medicare plan covers the cost of Leqvio, call your plan provider. There are many different types of Medicare plans, and your cost and coverage depend on your particular plan’s benefits.
Your final cost may also depend on the price to receive Leqvio at a doctor’s office or clinic.
Keep in mind that your plan may have prior authorization requirements before it will cover Leqvio. (See the “How much does Leqvio cost?” section of this article for more information.)
What’s Leqvio’s cost without insurance?
What you’ll pay for Leqvio without insurance depends on several factors. Generally, your cost will be higher without insurance.
Factors that could affect your cost include:
- your treatment plan
- whether you qualify for any savings programs
To find out the exact cost of Leqvio without insurance, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
For those with little or no insurance coverage, the manufacturer of Leqvio may provide some assistance through the NPAF. To find out whether you’re eligible for the NPAF program, call 800-277-2254.
You can also visit Optum Perks to get price estimates for Leqvio when you use coupons from the site. (Optum Perks is a sister site of Healthline.) It’s important to note that Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
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