How Much Is Ingrezza Without Insurance?

Brand-name vs. generic availability

Generic medications help lower costs without sacrificing quality. So opting for generic versions when they’re available is one of the best ways to save money on prescriptions.

Ingrezza doesn’t have a generic version available yet. There likely won’t be one available until at least 2038. But once generics do come to market, costs will likely go down.

Prescribed dose

Different doses of Ingrezza may have different costs. In many cases, higher doses tend to cost more than lower doses. So if your prescriber recently increased your Ingrezza dosage, you may notice you’re paying more at the pharmacy.

Location

Where you live may also affect the cost of Ingrezza. For instance, people living in Milwaukee tend to pay more overall for prescription medications than people living in Atlanta.

Pharmacy

With many medications, you can compare prices between pharmacies to find the best deal. But that’s not as easy to do with Ingrezza.

Ingrezza is a specialty medication. So you’ll have to get it from a specialty pharmacy. If you have insurance, your plan will likely determine which pharmacy you use. And even if you don’t have insurance, Ingrezza’s manufacturer partners only with certain specialty pharmacies to dispense the medication.

Insurance coverage and discounts

Using insurance or applying discounts can help lower the cost of Ingrezza. Your specialty pharmacy team can help identify what savings opportunities are available to you.

If you have insurance, it’s a good idea to review your plan’s summary of benefits and coverage and formulary (list of covered medications). This can help you determine if your plan covers Ingrezza and what it might cost. If you’re unsure, you can call the member services phone number on your prescription insurance card.

1. Ask your prescriber about a 30-day free trial

If you’re taking Ingrezza for the first time, you may be able to get your first month of medication free. Ingrezza’s manufacturer, Neurocrine Biosciences, offers a 30-day free trial program. Your prescriber must fill out a form for you to apply for the program. Once the form is processed, your free trial of Ingrezza will be shipped directly to you.

Good to know: Some healthcare professionals may have samples of Ingrezza from the manufacturer. Consider asking your prescriber if they do.

2. See if you qualify for a copay savings card

If you have commercial insurance, you may pay as little as $0 per prescription for Ingrezza with a manufacturer copay savings card. If you’re uninsured or your commercial insurance plan doesn’t cover Ingrezza, you’re not eligible to use this card.

To be eligible for the Ingrezza copay savings card, you must:

• Have commercial insurance that covers Ingrezza

• Not have government-funded insurance, such as Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare

• Have a prescription for Ingrezza for an FDA-approved use

• Live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico

You can download the Ingrezza copay savings card online. If you have questions, call 1-844-647-3992.

3. Check if you’re eligible for the manufacturer’s patient assistance program

If you’re uninsured or underinsured, you may be able to access Ingrezza for free through the manufacturer’s patient assistance program. If you meet certain financial requirements, this program may provide the medication to you at no cost.

To qualify for the Ingrezza patient assistance program, you must:

• Be uninsured or have insurance that doesn’t cover Ingrezza

• Live in the U.S. or one of its territories

• Be able to submit proof of income

Your prescriber will have to fill out a form to submit to the manufacturer. If you’re eligible, Ingrezza will be shipped directly to you. For questions about the program, call 1-844-647-3992.

4. Check if you’re eligible for independent patient assistance programs

If you’re ineligible for the manufacturer’s program, consider looking into independent patient assistance programs. These are offered by nonprofit organizations and provide financial assistance for copays and medical expenses related to your condition.

Consider seeing if you qualify for an independent patient assistance program through:

• HealthWell Foundation

• Patient Advocate Foundation

Each program has its own eligibility criteria. If a program isn’t accepting new applicants, you may be able to join a wait list to be notified when enrollment is open again.

5. See if you qualify for Medicare Extra Help

The Medicare Extra Help program helps reduce Medicare Part D costs for people with limited incomes. If you qualify, you will have no monthly premiums, no annual deductibles, and low copays. This includes low copays for Ingrezza.

You can apply online for Medicare Extra Help. You can also call 1-800-772-1213 (or 1-800-325-0778 for TTY users) to apply over the phone.

6. Ask about 90-day supplies

Like other items, buying medications in bulk can sometimes save you in the long run. Some pharmacies and insurance plans offer discounts when you fill a 90-day supply of medication (rather than three 30-day supplies). Check to see if this is an option with Ingrezza.

7. Tap into your HSA, FSA, or HRA

Consider using funds from a health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) to purchase Ingrezza. These accounts let you use pretax dollars to pay for copays, coinsurance, and other qualified medical expenses. This can help you reduce your costs through tax savings.

Just be sure to check if the money in your account has to be used before a certain time. FSA dollars have an expiration date. But HSA funds roll over and can be saved for later. HRA funds may or may not expire, depending on your account.

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Written by:

Christina Aungst, PharmD

Christina Aungst, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She began writing for GoodRx Health in 2019, transitioning from freelance writer to editor in 2021.

Reviewed by:

Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD

Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD, is the director of pharmacy content for GoodRx. She has over a decade of experience as a pharmacist and has worked in clinical, academic, and administrative roles.

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