Jardiance copay assistance: Eligibility & more

In this article:

• Jardiance cost
• Why is it so expensive?
• Copay assistance and other help
• Taking control of your Jardiance costs

In this article

• Jardiance cost
• Why is it so expensive?
• Copay assistance and other help
• Taking control of your Jardiance costs

Jardiance (empagliflozin) is a brand-name prescription SGLT2 inhibitor medication with several FDA-approved uses, including:

• To improve control of blood sugar levels in adults and children 10 years and older with Type 2 diabetes
• To reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in adults with Type 2 diabetes and heart disease
• To lower the risk of hospitalization and cardiovascular death in adults with heart failure
• To reduce the risk of worsening kidney disease, hospitalization, and cardiovascular death in adults with chronic kidney disease

Without health insurance, Jardiance can be expensive for many people, but there are several ways to save money on this medication. 

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How much does Jardiance cost?

The current list price for Jardiance is $350 for a 30-day supply. This is the medication’s cost without discounts or insurance, and it may vary based on pharmacy location. 

Does insurance cover Jardiance?

According to Boehringer Ingelheim, the manufacturer of Jardiance, 94% of patients with employer- or private-plan commercial insurance pay between $0 and $50 per month, with the remaining 6% paying an average of $170 per month. 

“Due to the high cost, many plans will have you first try less expensive drugs, which the insurance companies will recommend,” says Adria Goldman Gross, a medical bill advocate and CEO and president of MedWise Insurance Advocacy in Monroe, New York.

If Jardiance is too expensive, your healthcare provider can recommend lower-cost alternatives. Many of these medications work just as well. Some Jardiance alternatives that insurance plans may cover include:

• Glucophage (metformin)
• Farxiga (dapagliflozin)
• Amaryl (glimepiride)
• Ozempic (semaglutide)
• Mounjaro (tirzepatide)
• Januvia (sitagliptin)
• Victoza (liraglutide)
• Actos (pioglitazone)
• Trulicity (dulaglutide)
• Glucotrol XL (glipizide extended-release)
• Lantus (insulin glargine)

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Does Medicare cover Jardiance?

Thanks to a new law called the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare can now negotiate directly with manufacturers for the price of certain brand-name Medicare Part B and Part D drugs that don’t have competition. Jardiance is one of the 10 medications. 

Medicare plans that offer prescription drug coverage put medications in tiers on their formularies. Tier 1 usually has the lowest copayment, encompassing most generic prescription drugs, while Tier 3 has a higher copayment with nonpreferred, brand-name prescription drugs.

“Jardiance is tier 3 on most Medicare Part D plans,” Gross says. “If you have a Medicare prescription plan, prices vary by the plan you are on. They can range from $0 to $170 a month.”

In addition, out-of-pocket costs may vary throughout the calendar year for Medicare beneficiaries, depending on which phase of their plan and deductible they are in. 

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Does Medicaid cover Jardiance?

Some state Medicaid plans will cover Jardiance, while others may recommend cheaper alternatives. 

Most Medicaid patients pay only $0–$10 per month, according to the manufacturer. Your exact cost depends on whether you meet your state’s authorization rules.

If you’re on Medicaid, it’s best to speak to your health insurance service provider to determine your coverage or seek additional information. 

Why is Jardiance so expensive?

Jardiance is so expensive because there are no generic versions available. 

The drug was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2014, which means there’s still an active 20-year patent restriction on generic versions, according to Michael Yudelevich, MD, an independent patient advocate at My Personal Health Advocate in New York City. “Jardiance is only available via brand name, which is the principal reason for the high cost.” The anticipated availability of a first-time generic is currently December 2034.

Jardiance copay assistance and other financial help

If you’ve been prescribed Jardiance, there are ways to make it more affordable, starting with a Manufacturer-Sponsored copay card.

Jardiance manufacturer savings card 

The pharmaceutical company that manufactures and trademarks Jardiance, Boehringer Ingelheim, offers a savings card for the medication. You can pay as low as $10 per month for a one- to three-month supply for eligible people with commercial insurance. Once you get the card, they’ll automatically re-enroll you after 12 months if you still qualify.

To apply for the savings card, visit the Jardiance website or call the manufacturer at 866-279-8990 for support or additional information. 

BI Cares Patient Assistance Program

The Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation (BI Cares) Patient Assistance Program is a charitable program that assists older adults and lower-income families. This program provides free medication to eligible patients. 

Here are the eligibility requirements for the program:

• Be a resident in the United States or a U.S. territory.
• Have no health insurance or limited health insurance
• No access to alternate insurance coverage or financial aid for the medication
• Meet BI Cares’ household income guidelines 

Enrollment lasts 12 months. You can renew the program if you still meet the eligibility requirements.

To receive benefits, you’ll need to submit an online application on the program’s website. If you need assistance filling out the application or have questions about the program, call BI Cares at 800-556-8317. 

SingleCare Prescription Savings Card

SingleCare offers a prescription discount card that can help lower the cost of your Jardiance prescription. With the discount card, you won’t have a copay. Instead, you’ll pay a discounted price for Jardiance, which may be cheaper than using your insurance and paying a copay. In fact, some SingleCare users have saved up to 80% on prescriptions. 

Free diabetes coupons & discount diabetic supplies

The first step to using the prescription drug discount card is to find your preferred pharmacy on the Jardiance coupon page of the SingleCare website. Then click “Get free coupon,” which will instantly provide you with a coupon you can save to your phone or print. Simply show it to your pharmacist to obtain the discount.

Taking control of your Jardiance costs

If your prescription medication cost exceeds your ability to pay, speak with your healthcare provider about more cost-effective alternatives. 

If you have insurance, call your insurance company and ask for alternative medications for your indication on a lower copay tier. Bring that information to your provider. Explore qualification options for assistance programs through the manufacturer, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., on boehringer-ingelheim.com. Finally, shop around at different pharmacies to find the lowest cost, and see how much you can save with SingleCare.