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Caplyta<\/span><\/a> (lumateperone) is a brand-name prescription medication used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adults. Paying for a prescription like Caplyta can add up quickly, especially if you\u2019re uninsured or your insurance plan doesn\u2019t cover it fully. Whether you\u2019re newly prescribed or have been on it a while, understanding your options can help you avoid unnecessary costs. This guide walks through what Caplyta costs, ways to save with or without insurance coverage, and potential lower-cost alternatives to talk to your healthcare provider about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

The average retail price of Caplyta is $2,250 for 30, 42 mg capsules without insurance. Caplyta is an oral pill dosed once a day. What you actually pay can vary based on your insurance, pharmacy, and dosage prescribed.<\/span><\/p>\n

According to the drug manufacturer, Johnson & Johnson, Caplyta is covered for about 90% of people with commercial insurance and more than 99% of people with Medicaid and Medicare Part D. However, coverage for Caplyta may not always be straightforward. Many plans may require prior authorization or <\/span>step therapy<\/span><\/a> first. For example, an <\/span>AARP Medicare Advantage<\/span><\/a> plan from UnitedHealthcare covers Caplyta only with <\/span>prior authorization<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

In some <\/span>drug formularies<\/span><\/a> we researched, Caplyta is classified as a specialty drug. This means that even when covered, you may pay higher out-of-pocket costs for Caplyta compared to other medications.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

If your health insurance plan doesn\u2019t cover Caplyta, there are other ways to save on the medication. These include using coupons or discount cards, joining savings programs, and looking into patient assistance programs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

A <\/span>SingleCare Caplyta coupon<\/span><\/a> can save you close to $600 per month on your prescription. With SingleCare, you could pay $1,653 for 30, 42 mg capsules of Caplyta without using insurance. Costs vary by quantity, strength, form, and the pharmacy that fills your prescription.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

SingleCare coupons are easy to use, and you can use them at many major pharmacies across the country. You can also <\/span>use the SingleCare app<\/span><\/a> to save on the go.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

People who have Medicare or Medicaid coverage may be able to save more on their Caplyta prescriptions. Those with Medicare Part D may be eligible for the low-income subsidy, <\/span>Medicare Extra Help<\/span><\/a>, for prescription drug coverage. Some people may qualify for Extra Help automatically, but others may have to apply through the <\/span>Social Security Administration\u2019s (SSA\u2019s) website<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With Medicare Extra Help, brand-name drugs like Caplyta cost no more than $12.15 in 2025.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Your state may also have a <\/span>State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program<\/span><\/a> that may further help with Caplyta costs. People with Medicaid or Medicare plans may be eligible for these programs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Sometimes drug manufacturers offer savings programs for their brand-name drugs. Johnson & Johnson, the manufacturer of Caplyta, has a savings card program for people with private commercial insurance (not state or federal health plans). People eligible for the program can get the drug for $0 for the first two fills of up to a 30-day supply each. After that, each prescription refill can cost $15 for up to a 90-day supply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are certain criteria to meet to qualify for the savings discount, including:<\/span><\/p>\n