{"id":51818,"date":"2022-06-11T18:10:57","date_gmt":"2022-06-11T22:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=51818"},"modified":"2026-03-23T15:22:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T19:22:44","slug":"eliquis-savings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eliquis-savings\/","title":{"rendered":"Eliquis savings guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Eliquis<\/span><\/a> (apixaban) is a commonly prescribed blood thinner used to reduce the risk of stroke and blood clots in people with certain conditions like atrial fibrillation (AFib), or after surgeries like knee replacement. It does so by <\/span>inhibiting an enzyme called Factor Xa<\/span><\/a>, which is important to the blood clotting process, according to <\/span>Lindsey Hudson<\/span><\/a>, APRN, NP-C, a nurse practitioner and member of the SingleCare Medical Review Board. While it\u2019s a critical medication for many, Eliquis can cost hundreds of dollars per month without insurance. Since blood thinners may be needed long-term, many patients may look for ways to save on the medication.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>AFib treatments and medications<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

How much does Eliquis cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The average retail cost for Eliquis without insurance is $388 for 28, 5 mg tablets, although costs fluctuate and vary by pharmacy and location. Your actual out-of-pocket cost for Eliquis depends on the number of pills needed monthly and the dose of your pill as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eliquis may be covered by certain private or employer-sponsored commercial health insurance plans. According to the drug\u2019s manufacturer, <\/span>Bristol Myers Squibb<\/span><\/a>, most people with commercial insurance pay $38 per month for Eliquis, and 5 out of 10 patients pay $20 or less per month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Most plans that cover Eliquis classify it as a preferred brand-name drug, which typically costs more than generic medications but less than specialty tier or non-preferred brand-name drugs. For example, <\/span>Aetna\u2019s 2025 Standard Control Plan<\/span><\/a> covers Eliquis as a preferred brand-name drug, and <\/span>OptumRx\u2019s 2025 Select Standard formulary<\/span><\/a> classifies it as a <\/span>Tier 2 medication<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eliquis may also be covered by government health plans such as <\/span>Medicare<\/span><\/a> and Medicaid. According to the drug manufacturer, people with Medicare pay on average $54 per month, and 5 out of 10 patients pay $40 or less per month. As for Medicaid, beneficiaries pay on average $2 per month, and 5 out of 10 patients pay $0 per month for Eliquis, according to the manufacturer. Your Medicaid copay for Eliquis can depend on your state\u2019s plan <\/span>formulary<\/span><\/a>. For example, Massachusetts has a <\/span>$0 co-pay for Eliquis<\/span><\/a>, a covered drug.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to save money on Eliquis<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you don\u2019t have insurance coverage or your health insurance plan doesn\u2019t fully cover the cost of Eliquis, there are other ways to save.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Free Eliquis coupons<\/span><\/h3>\n

Using an Eliquis coupon from SingleCare can save you a significant amount of money without insurance. With a free <\/span>Eliquis coupon<\/span><\/a>, you could pay $156 for 26, 5 mg tablets without insurance, depending on your location and pharmacy. <\/span><\/p>\n

The coupon is free to get and use, and over 35,000 pharmacies accept it. You can get your coupon from the <\/span>SingleCare app<\/span><\/a> or on the SingleCare website for instant access to your Eliquis discount.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Medicare or Medicaid\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you’re enrolled in Medicare or <\/span>Medicaid<\/span><\/a>, you may be eligible for significant savings on Eliquis.<\/span><\/p>\n

For those with Medicare, the <\/span>low-income subsidy<\/span><\/a> program, also known as Extra Help, can dramatically reduce out-of-pocket costs. Depending on your income and eligibility, you could pay as little as $0 and a maximum of $12.65 for a monthly supply of Eliquis. Some people qualify automatically, while others need to apply through the <\/span>Social Security Administration<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Medicaid coverage varies by state, but many state Medicaid programs include Eliquis on their formularies, often with minimal or no copays. Some states also offer <\/span>State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs)<\/span><\/a> that cover the costs that Medicare Part D or Medicaid don\u2019t.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To find out exactly what you\u2019ll pay for Eliquis, contact your Medicare Part D plan or state Medicaid office for specific coverage information.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Eliquis savings card<\/span><\/h3>\n

For people with commercial insurance, the drug\u2019s manufacturer offers a copay card that reduces the copay to as little as $10 for eligible individuals. The program is applicable for up to 24 months from activation, and there\u2019s a maximum benefit each year of $6,400.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To be eligible for the $10 Co-Pay Card for Eliquis, you must:<\/span><\/p>\n