PENICILLAMINE binds with heavy metals and cystine in the body. It is used to treat Wilson's disease and cystinuria. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Compare antirheumatics.
Cuprimine Medicare Coverage
Overview
Does Medicare cover penicillamine?
No.
In general, Medicare plans do not cover this drug. This drug
will likely be quite expensive and you may want to consider
using a GoodRx discount instead of Medicare to find the best
price for this prescription.
How much is my penicillamine co-pay with Medicare?
It depends. Which coverage stage are you in? Click on a tab below…
Deductible
Typical
Donut Hole
Post-Donut Hole
Co-Pay Range
$157 – $1452
In the Deductible co-pay stage, you are responsible for the full
cost of your prescriptions. Your Medicare deductible cannot
exceed $360 in 2016.
Co-Pay Range
$39 – $1452
In the Typical co-pay stage, your deductible has been satisfied,
and Medicare pays the majority of your drug costs.
Co-Pay Range
$91 – $1452
In the Donut Hole (also called the Coverage Gap) stage, you’ll
pay more for your prescriptions. In 2016, the Donut Hole begins
once you’ve spent $3,310 in one year.
Co-Pay Range
$3 – $1452
In the Post-Donut Hole (also called Catastrophic Coverage) stage,
Medicare will cover most of your drug costs. In 2016, this stage
begins once you have spent $4,850.
Want an exact price for your co-pay?
Ways to Save on Cuprimine
Here are some ways that may lower the cost of your penicillamine prescription.
Instead of Medicare, Use a Coupon
If your Medicare co-pay is higher than $773.55, you can save money by using a GoodRx coupon instead.
Fill a 90-Day Supply to Save
You may be able to lower your total cost by filling a greater quantity at one time.
Medicare prices are provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
They are accurate as-of April 2020 and the information may be updated. If you
encounter any issues, please let us know.
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