{"id":53898,"date":"2022-09-13T10:06:49","date_gmt":"2022-09-13T14:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=53898"},"modified":"2025-03-13T14:14:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T18:14:59","slug":"xarelto-assistance-for-medicare-patients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/xarelto-assistance-for-medicare-patients\/","title":{"rendered":"Xarelto assistance for Medicare patients"},"content":{"rendered":"

Xarelto<\/span><\/a> is a blood thinner that\u2019s used to treat or prevent blood clots by blocking the activity of certain clotting substances. Since age\u2014particularly those 60 and older\u2014is a <\/span>risk factor for developing a blood clot<\/span><\/a>, according to the <\/span>American Society of Hematology<\/span><\/a>, many Medicare beneficiaries are prescribed blood thinners like Xarelto. Fortunately, many Medicare prescription plans cover Xarelto and offer financial assistance for this prescription.<\/span><\/p>\n

Does Medicare cover Xarelto?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes, many Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans cover Xarelto. However, drug coverage varies by plan. It\u2019s important to <\/span>check the health plan\u2019s formulary<\/span><\/a> before enrolling in a Medicare prescription plan to ensure all your medications are covered.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How much does Xarelto cost with Medicare?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The average cost of Xarelto without insurance is around $728 for 30, 20 mg tablets, according to <\/span>SingleCare prescription data<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The cost of Xarelto with Medicare depends on many factors, such as the dosage you\u2019re prescribed, the plan you enrolled in, which coverage stage you\u2019re in, your plan\u2019s copay or coinsurance terms, whether your eligible for Extra Help, and the pharmacy you purchase the medication from. You can estimate your cost for Xarelto with your particular Medicare plan by using the <\/span>Plan Finder tool<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Xarelto assistance for Medicare patients<\/span><\/h2>\n

Typically, you can find a generic version of a brand-name drug that helps lower the cost of prescription drugs. However, there is no generic alternative to Xarelto available in the United States. This is because the patent protection for the active ingredient found in Xarelto (rivaroxaban) was extended until August 2024 in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, Xarelto coupons for Medicare patients and people without health insurance are available to help reduce the cost of the medication.<\/span><\/p>\n

SingleCare coupons<\/span><\/h3>\n

The good news is that there are <\/span>free coupons for Xarelto<\/span><\/a> available through SingleCare. These coupons can save you money, even if you currently have Medicare or another type of insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The cost for Xarelto without insurance is around $728 for 30, 20 mg tablets. However, with SingleCare pharmacy coupons, you could pay $456 for 30, 20 mg tablets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are situations where you can save more money by using SingleCare instead of your Medicare prescription drug plan. However, the amount you\u2019ll pay with a SingleCare savings card will not count toward your Medicare deductible.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>Can I use SingleCare if I\u2019m on Medicare?<\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Medicare Extra Help<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you meet the low-income requirements or are dual-eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid, then you can get help paying for Xarelto on Medicare.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Medicare Extra Help program<\/span><\/a> will reduce your out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs, eliminate your monthly Part D premium, and even eliminate or reduce your Part D annual deductible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Manufacturer rebates and savings programs<\/span><\/h3>\n

Xarelto coupons may be available through the manufacturer. Contact Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for additional information about their offerings<\/span>\u00a0and to find out if you qualify for financial assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Xarelto alternatives<\/span><\/h3>\n

There are a few anticoagulant drugs that can be used <\/span>in place of Xarelto<\/span><\/a>. The most common include <\/span>Eliquis<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>warfarin<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Pradaxa<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Plavix<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Brilinta<\/span><\/a>. Other less common <\/span>anticoagulant<\/span><\/a> drugs include Angiomax (bivalirudin), <\/span>argatroban<\/span><\/a>, Bevyxxa (betrixaban), <\/span>Effient <\/span><\/a>(prasugrel), Iprivask (desirudin), <\/span>Savaysa<\/span><\/a> (edoxaban), and unfractionated heparin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are also a few natural alternatives to Xarelto that can help reduce the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular disease. These natural blood thinners include garlic, turmeric, ginger, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure to always consult with your physician before switching to any Xarelto alternative. <\/span>
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\n<\/span>RELATED: <\/b>Eliquis vs. Xarelto<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

What if my Medicare prescription drug plan doesn\u2019t cover Xarelto?<\/span><\/h2>\n

If your Medicare prescription drug plan doesn\u2019t cover your medications, there are a few enrollment windows to make changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Advantage plan, you can switch plans two times during the year:<\/span><\/p>\n