Question 1

How much does Eliquis cost with insurance?

Accepted Answer

Most commercially insured patients pay $35–$95/month for Eliquis after deductible. Tier 2 plans average $35–$55; Tier 3 plans $75–$95. The Bristol Myers Squibb Eliquis Free 30-Day Trial + Savings Card can drop eligible patients to $10/month.

Question 2

What is the Eliquis copay card?

Accepted Answer

The Eliquis Savings Card caps eligible commercially insured patients at $10/month with no annual savings cap. Medicare, Medicaid, and uninsured patients are not eligible but may qualify for the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation.

Question 3

Is there a generic for Eliquis?

Accepted Answer

Generic apixaban was FDA-approved in late 2024 but remains in patent litigation as of 2026, with limited retail availability. When fully available, generic prices are expected at $30–$80/month — significantly less than the ~$550/month brand list price.

Question 4

How does Eliquis compare to Xarelto?

Accepted Answer

Eliquis (apixaban) and Xarelto (rivaroxaban) are both factor Xa anticoagulants for atrial fibrillation and DVT prevention. Eliquis is dosed twice daily; Xarelto is once daily. Coverage and tier placement can favor one over the other depending on plan.

Question 5

Why is Eliquis so expensive without insurance?

Accepted Answer

Eliquis is a brand-name anticoagulant still under partial patent protection. The ~$550/month list price reflects standard brand-drug pricing. Generic competition is expected to drive significant price reductions when patent litigation concludes.

Question 6

Does Medicare cover Eliquis?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Medicare Part D plans typically cover Eliquis at Tier 3. Patient cost depends on the Part D coverage phases. Under the 2025 Medicare cap, beneficiaries pay no more than $2,000/year out-of-pocket for all Part D drugs combined.

Question 7

What conditions does Eliquis treat?

Accepted Answer

Eliquis is FDA-approved for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (the most common indication), treatment and prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and prophylaxis after hip or knee replacement surgery.

Question 8

What if my Eliquis prior authorization is denied?

Accepted Answer

Options: (1) appeal with documentation of A-fib or DVT diagnosis, (2) switch to a covered alternative like Xarelto, (3) use the BMS Eliquis Savings Card if you have commercial insurance, or (4) apply for the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation if you meet financial criteria.

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