Insurance Coverage: Many major insurance plans no longer cover Onglyza starting in 2016. Learn More
Savings Alert: We've added new, lower prices at most pharmacies for this prescription. Learn More
Onglyza
Saxagliptin
Onglyza (saxagliptin) is used to control blood sugar and treat type 2 diabetes. Onglyza is less popular than comparable gliptins. There are currently no generic alternatives to Onglyza.
Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Onglyza is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
Onglyza Medicare Coverage
Overview
Does Medicare cover Onglyza?
Maybe.
51% of Medicare Part D and Medicare
Advantage plans cover this drug, so it's pretty much a toss-up.
How much is my Onglyza 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
$381 – $469
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
$17 – $469
In the Typical co-pay stage, your deductible has been satisfied,
and Medicare pays the majority of your drug costs.
Co-Pay Range
$35 – $469
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
$19 – $469
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 Onglyza
Here are some ways that may lower the cost of your Onglyza prescription.
Instead of Medicare, Use a Coupon
If your Medicare co-pay is higher than $413.93, you can save money by using a GoodRx coupon instead.
Find Your Onglyza 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 Onglyza 5mg
Don't see your Medicare plan above?
Find and configure your plan to see exact co-pay prices for your meds.
Onglyza Medicare Formulary Information & Restrictions
Are there any restrictions on coverage?
Some Medicare plans have restrictions on coverage of Onglyza 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.
What drug tier is Onglyza typically on?
Tier 3
Medicare plans typically list Onglyza in Tier 3 of their formulary. Tier 3 drugs are usually preferred brand-name drugs. Tier 3 drugs cost more than Tier 1 and 2 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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