Livalo
Pitavastatin
Pitavastatin (Livalo) is an expensive drug used together with a proper diet to lower cholesterol and triglyceride (fat) levels in the blood. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Livalo, and other generic statins may be just as effective and less expensive. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost. Compare statins.
Livalo Medicare Coverage
Overview
Does Medicare cover Livalo?
Maybe.
33% of Medicare Part D and Medicare
Advantage plans cover this drug, so it's pretty much a toss-up.
How much is my Livalo 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
$244 – $281
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
$42 – $281
In the Typical co-pay stage, your deductible has been satisfied,
and Medicare pays the majority of your drug costs.
Co-Pay Range
$42 – $281
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
$12 – $281
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 Livalo
Here are some ways that may lower the cost of your Livalo prescription.
Instead of Medicare, Use a Coupon
If your Medicare co-pay is higher than $258.38, you can save money by using a GoodRx coupon instead.
Patient Assistance Program
Call to get more information on how they can financially assist you with your prescription.
Find Your Livalo Medicare Co-Pay
Here are average co-pays for some of the most popular Medicare plans. Be sure to add your plan to see your specific co-pay. If a price is shown in red, GoodRx has found discount prices that are lower than your Medicare co-pay.
Average Co-Pay for 30 tablets of Livalo 2mg
Don't see your Medicare plan above?
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Livalo Medicare Formulary Information & Restrictions
Are there any restrictions on coverage?
Some Medicare plans have restrictions on coverage of Livalo that may include:
Quantity Limits
Most Medicare plans restrict the amount of this prescription that can be purchased at one time. If you need to purchase a greater amount at one time, it may not be covered. Your options are to wait until that time period has passed before refilling, call your plan and ask for an exception, or consider using a GoodRx discount instead of Medicare to find the best price for this prescription.
Step Therapy
Most Medicare plans will require you to try less expensive similar medications before they will provide coverage for this prescription. You’ll need to contact your plan and they may require you to have your doctor fill out paperwork indicating why you need this prescription. If you do not receive authorization or don’t want to go through this process, you may want to consider using a GoodRx discount instead of Medicare to find the best price for this prescription.
What drug tier is Livalo typically on?
Tier 4
Medicare plans typically list Livalo in Tier 4 of their formulary. Tier 4 drugs are usually non-preferred brand-name drugs. Tier 4 drugs cost more than Tier 1, 2 and 3 drugs.
Does your plan have restrictions?
See discount prices that can save you money when your Medicare plan doesn't work for you.
Medicare prices are provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
They are accurate as-of January 2017 and the information may be updated. If you
encounter any issues, please let us know.
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