Xarelto Assistance Programs
On Medicare you generally can't use a Xarelto copay coupon — but the manufacturer's Patient Assistance Program and nonprofit foundation grants still can. Below are the routes that work with Medicare for blood clots & atrial fibrillation.
Xarelto Manufacturer Assistance
The company that makes Xarelto may provide it free or at low cost to people who qualify by income — including many Medicare beneficiaries.
Johnson & Johnson Patient Assistance Foundation
Manufacturer program
Provides eligible Johnson & Johnson / Janssen prescription products at no cost. Janssen CarePath offers added support.
Who may qualify: Income-based; generally for uninsured/underinsured patients. Medicare patients may qualify through the foundation.
Conditions: Blood clots / AFib, Heart & cardiovascular, Autoimmune (RA, Crohn's, psoriasis), Cancer
Nonprofit Copay Grant Foundations
Disease-based charities that give grants you can use with Medicare for blood clots & atrial fibrillation. Funds open and close based on availability.
PAN Foundation
Nonprofit grant · 🟢 Fund open
Provides grants that cover copays, coinsurance, and other out-of-pocket medication costs. Can be used with Medicare.
Who may qualify: Diagnosis must match an open disease fund; income generally up to 400–500% of the federal poverty level. Funds open and close based on availability.
Conditions: Cancer, Autoimmune (RA, Crohn's, psoriasis), Heart & cardiovascular, Diabetes, Kidney disease, Asthma / COPD / lung, Bone / osteoporosis
HealthWell Foundation
Nonprofit grant · 🟡 Verify availability
Covers copays, coinsurance, premiums, deductibles, and sometimes travel costs for a covered condition.
Who may qualify: Diagnosis must match an open fund; income generally up to 400–500% of the federal poverty level. Medicare beneficiaries are eligible.
Conditions: Cancer, Autoimmune (RA, Crohn's, psoriasis), Heart & cardiovascular, Diabetes, Kidney disease, Asthma / COPD / lung, Bone / osteoporosis
Good Days
Nonprofit grant · 🟡 Verify availability
Helps cover copays and treatment-related travel for high-cost medications and chronic diseases.
Who may qualify: Diagnosis-based with income limits; funds depend on availability. Open to people with Medicare.
Conditions: Cancer, Autoimmune (RA, Crohn's, psoriasis), Heart & cardiovascular, Kidney disease, Asthma / COPD / lung
Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief
Nonprofit grant · 🟢 Fund open
Provides copay grants and connects you with a case manager who can help navigate insurance and appeals.
Who may qualify: Diagnosis must match an open fund; income generally up to 400% of the federal poverty level. Available to Medicare beneficiaries.
Conditions: Cancer, Diabetes, Autoimmune (RA, Crohn's, psoriasis), Heart & cardiovascular, Asthma / COPD / lung, Kidney disease
Government Programs
Federal and state programs that lower your overall drug and Medicare costs.
Medicare Extra Help (Part D LIS)
Government program
Lowers or eliminates your Part D premium, deductible, and drug copays. Many people who qualify never apply.
Who may qualify: Based on limited income and resources. Apply free through Social Security; if you have Medicaid, SSI, or a Medicare Savings Program you may qualify automatically.
Medicare Savings Programs & Medicaid
Government program
Can pay your Part B premium and, by qualifying you, automatically grant Extra Help for drug costs.
Who may qualify: Income- and resource-based; administered by your state (Utah Department of Workforce Services / Medicaid). Limits are higher than many people expect.
Search & Discount Tools
Free databases that list additional programs and discounts.
NeedyMeds
Search & discount
A free directory of patient assistance programs, manufacturer offers, diagnosis-based aid, and a drug discount card.
Who may qualify: Free to use for anyone; individual programs in the database set their own rules.
Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT)
Search & discount
Searches across hundreds of biopharmaceutical patient assistance programs to find ones for your medications.
Who may qualify: Free to use; results depend on each program's criteria.
RxAssist
Search & discount
A free, regularly updated list of company programs that provide free or low-cost medicines.
Who may qualify: Free to use; each listed program sets its own eligibility.
Assistance for Other Costly Drugs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a Xarelto copay card if I have Medicare?
How do I get help paying for Xarelto?
Is Xarelto covered by Medicare Part D?
Is applying for Xarelto assistance free?
Sources
- Get help with drug costs — Medicare.gov
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy) — Social Security Administration
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