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Synjardy<\/span><\/a> contains two medications, metformin and empagliflozin, to control blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. Because it contains empagliflozin, it may also be used in people with Type 2 diabetes to reduce the risk of cardiovascular (CV) death and hospitalization in adults with CV disease or heart failure, and to reduce the risk of kidney disease progression. Synjardy is convenient because it combines two medications in one pill, but it can also be expensive without insurance or a prescription discount card. Thankfully, there are ways to save, including your SingleCare prescription discount card or the Synjardy savings card, if you qualify.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

For people paying completely out of pocket with no insurance coverage or other savings methods, Synjardy\u2019s average retail price is $852 for 60, 12.5\u20131,000mg tablets. At that price, it could end up costing more than $10,000 per year. Fortunately, there are several reliable ways to reduce that price.<\/span><\/p>\n

Synjardy also has an extended-release formulation called Synjardy XR, but it\u2019s typically around the same price as the standard version. The average retail price is $846 for a supply of 60, 12.5\u20131,000 mg tablets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Does insurance cover Synjardy?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In many cases, yes, insurance is likely to cover Synjardy. According to Synjardy\u2019s manufacturer, <\/span>Boehringer Ingelheim<\/span><\/a>, over 90% of people who have commercial insurance or Medicare Part D have access to Synjardy or Synjardy XR. On some drug formularies, it\u2019s even available at the lowest branded copay. However, the amount and type of coverage depend on the specific plan.<\/span><\/p>\n

Most of the time, insurance plans will only provide coverage when Synjardy is prescribed for an<\/span> FDA-approved purpose<\/span><\/a>. For example, some healthcare providers may prescribe it for weight loss, but that\u2019s an <\/span>off-label use<\/span><\/a>, so it might not be covered. It\u2019s only indicated to control blood sugar, lower the risk of cardiovascular death, and lower the risk of kidney decline in people with Type 2 diabetes. It is typically not a first-line medication for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n

On top of that, some plans may require prior authorization before they will issue coverage for Synjardy. Per <\/span>Elizabeth Rubin<\/span><\/a>, MD, clinical adviser at<\/span> Embers Recovery<\/span><\/a>, these requirements often involve a documented contraindication to generic metformin, while some plans might require patients to try and fail metformin or another <\/span>SGLT2 inhibitor<\/span><\/a> first. Many common commercial insurance plans categorize it as a Tier 2 or Tier 3 medication, which means it requires prior authorization, higher copays, or cost-sharing.\u00a0 \u201cMy advice to patients is to communicate promptly with office staff about any prior authorization denials,\u201d she says. \u201cThey are best equipped to handle the administrative appeals process and provide the necessary clinical documentation to the insurance company.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Health insurance is a common and effective way to save money on Synjardy, but insurance isn\u2019t an option for everyone. Fortunately, there are a few other ways to save on <\/span>Synjardy without insurance<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

SingleCare has coupons that can drop the prices on thousands of medications, including Synjardy. With a <\/span>Synjardy coupon from SingleCare<\/span><\/a>, you could pay $244 instead of $852 for 60, 12.5\u20131,000 mg tablets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The cost of Synjardy XR without insurance is similar. With a <\/span>Synjardy XR coupon from SingleCare<\/span><\/a>, you could pay $244 instead of $846 for 60, 12.5\u20131,000 mg tablets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

All you have to do is search the SingleCare website or app for Synjardy and type in your ZIP code to see a list of pharmacies near you, along with how much you can save with your SingleCare prescription discount card. Prices vary by pharmacy, so choose the coupon for the pharmacy you want your healthcare provider to send your prescription to and then click on the \u201cGet free coupon\u201d link. You can save it to your phone, print it, or text it to yourself and show it to the pharmacy staff at checkout to be charged the SingleCare price. You don\u2019t have to sign up or register to use SingleCare Synjardy coupons, but members save even more, and it\u2019s completely free to sign up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Whether you have insurance coverage for Synjardy or not, you might be eligible for Medicaid benefits. To qualify, you\u2019ll need to meet certain income requirements, although these vary by state. Each state\u2019s Medicaid program has its own formulary with approved medications, meaning that it may or may not be on your state\u2019s formulary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Medicare also has assistance for people who may need help paying their medical expenses. People who have Medicare Part D can apply for the<\/span> Extra Help program<\/span><\/a>, a low-income federal subsidy that helps cover premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and other costs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For individualized, plan-specific copay information, reach out to your insurance company.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Synjardy\u2019s manufacturer offers a discount card, which can help eligible patients get the drug for as low as $10 per prescription. However, not everyone is eligible. To qualify, you must:<\/span><\/p>\n