- The manufacturer Eliquis Co-Pay Card can bring costs to as little as $10 for a 30-day (or first 90-day) supply if you have commercial insurance — very different from a GoodRx-style discount.
- Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and VA enrollees cannot use the co-pay card by law, but the Inflation Reduction Act now caps Part D out-of-pocket at $2,100 in 2026, and a Medicare negotiated price applies to Eliquis in 2026.
- Uninsured patients may qualify for the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation, which provides Eliquis free to those who meet income limits.
- No true generic apixaban is sold in the U.S. yet; launch is tied up in patent litigation, so brand-name discounts stay small.
- Eliquis is a blood thinner — never stop, skip, or change it to save money without talking to your prescriber first, and route any medical question to a clinician.
Eliquis (apixaban) is one of the most prescribed blood thinners in America, and also one of the most expensive. The cash price for 60 tablets of 5 mg Eliquis runs roughly $600 to $650 in 2026, and a GoodRx-style discount usually only trims that to around $550. The real savings come from the Eliquis discount card — technically a manufacturer co-pay card — which can drop your cost to as little as $10 a month if you qualify. This walkthrough explains eligibility, how to enroll, and what to do if you cannot use the card. It covers cost mechanics only; any question about whether Eliquis is right for you belongs with your clinician. For broader context on paying for maintenance medications, see our healthcare costs guide.
Safety first: Eliquis prevents dangerous blood clots and strokes. Never stop, skip, split, or stretch out doses to save money, and never switch products, without talking to your prescriber — suddenly stopping an anticoagulant can raise your risk of a clot or stroke. This article is about cost, not medical advice.
What the Eliquis Discount Card Is
Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer jointly make Eliquis and offer a commercial-insurance Eliquis Co-Pay Card. Eligible patients can pay as little as $10 for a 30-day supply, or $10 for a first 90-day supply, for a prescription that would otherwise cost hundreds out of pocket.
This is fundamentally different from a GoodRx-style discount card. GoodRx negotiates a cash-network rate through a pharmacy benefit manager and can be used by almost anyone, insured or not. The Eliquis card is a manufacturer co-pay offset, where the drugmaker pays part of your insurance copay directly. Both can save money, but only the manufacturer card brings a commercially insured patient’s cost down toward $10 — and it works only alongside eligible private insurance.
Who Qualifies
The Eliquis Co-Pay Card is for patients with commercial (employer, marketplace/ACA, or individually purchased) insurance that covers Eliquis. Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, VA, and other government-program enrollees are not eligible, because federal anti-kickback rules bar manufacturers from offering copay assistance to government beneficiaries. You also need a valid Eliquis prescription and must be a U.S. resident. Cash-pay patients with no insurance do not qualify for the co-pay card, but they may qualify for the separate BMS Patient Assistance Foundation described below.
How to Get the Card
Visit the Eliquis savings page at eliquis.bmscustomerconnect.com/savings, or call 855-354-7847, and complete a short form with your name, date of birth, insurance information, and prescriber details. The card generates as a digital coupon with a BIN, PCN, group number, and member ID — the details your pharmacist needs at checkout. A physical card is available by mail for those who prefer paper, and many cardiology offices keep the enrollment materials on hand because so many patients use the program. Note that activation and first use must occur by the program’s current deadline (December 31, 2026 for the present card), and the card expires 24 months after activation, so re-enroll as terms renew.
How to Use It at the Pharmacy
When you drop off the prescription, tell the pharmacist you have an Eliquis Co-Pay Card and hand them the digital coupon or card. They run your insurance claim first, then apply the savings card as a secondary coupon. Your out-of-pocket cost should fall to as little as $10 for a 30-day fill (or a first 90-day fill), with subsequent 90-day refills commonly as low as $30, subject to the program’s caps.
The program has a maximum annual benefit (recently up to $3,500) and a per-fill limit. For most patients on standard Eliquis, that annual maximum is higher than a typical year of copays, so you are unlikely to hit it — but the terms change, so confirm the current numbers when you enroll.
If You Do Not Qualify: Medicare and Medicaid Options
Medicare Part D enrollees cannot use the manufacturer co-pay card, but several protections now help. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, Part D out-of-pocket costs are capped at $2,100 in 2026 (up from $2,000 in 2025), so your total yearly drug spending — Eliquis included — is far more predictable. In addition, Eliquis was among the first drugs subject to Medicare price negotiation, with a negotiated Maximum Fair Price taking effect January 1, 2026, which lowers what many Part D plans and patients pay for it. Finally, the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation provides Eliquis free to eligible Medicare patients who meet income guidelines (generally up to 500 percent of the federal poverty level). Medicaid enrollees typically pay only a few dollars per fill through state coverage and do not need a separate discount card.
If You Are Uninsured
Uninsured patients have real options too. The BMS Patient Assistance Foundation can provide Eliquis at no cost if you meet income limits (generally below 500 percent of the federal poverty level, roughly $78,000 for a single person in 2026 — verify the current threshold). The application requires proof of income and a prescriber’s signature and usually takes a couple of weeks to process. If cost is a barrier, ask your prescriber’s office or a pharmacist to help you apply rather than rationing doses on your own.
Is There a Generic Yet?
Not for retail sale in the U.S. The FDA approved applications for generic apixaban years ago, but active patents and ongoing litigation have kept a true generic off pharmacy shelves. Reporting in 2026 points to a possible launch tied to court and settlement outcomes — potentially as early as late 2026 if a formulation patent is found invalid, but otherwise delayed further. Until a generic actually launches, brand-name discounts stay modest, which is exactly why the manufacturer co-pay card matters so much for people who can use it. Beware of websites promising cheap “generic Eliquis” from abroad; the safety and legality of importing medications is a question for your pharmacist and prescriber, not a shortcut to take blindly.
GoodRx and Other Cards on Eliquis
GoodRx and SingleCare show only modest discounts on Eliquis (often 5 to 15 percent off cash price), bringing 60 tablets down to roughly $550 to $600 instead of $600 to $650. That is real, but nowhere near the $10 manufacturer copay. For anyone who qualifies for the BMS co-pay card, there is little reason to use GoodRx on Eliquis specifically. Our GoodRx overview explains when discount cards beat manufacturer offers and when they do not.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Eliquis cost with the savings card?
As little as $10 for a 30-day supply (or a first 90-day supply) for patients with commercial insurance, with later 90-day refills often around $30. The exact amount depends on your plan’s formulary and the program’s current caps.
Can I use the Eliquis savings card with Medicare?
No. Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and VA enrollees are excluded from manufacturer copay cards under federal law. Use the Part D out-of-pocket cap, the 2026 Medicare negotiated price, or the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation instead.
Is there a generic Eliquis?
Not on U.S. pharmacy shelves yet. Generics have FDA approval but remain blocked by patents and litigation; timing depends on court and settlement outcomes.
Can I stop or reduce Eliquis to save money?
No — not on your own. Eliquis prevents clots and strokes, and stopping or cutting doses without medical guidance can be dangerous. If cost is a problem, tell your prescriber; they can help you find assistance or, if appropriate, a different plan.
The Bottom Line
The Eliquis discount card from the manufacturer is the strongest savings option if you have commercial insurance, bringing costs down toward $10 a month. Medicare patients should lean on the $2,100 Part D cap, the 2026 negotiated price, and patient assistance; uninsured patients should look to the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation. GoodRx is a weak substitute for Eliquis specifically, because brand-name discounts are small while a true generic remains blocked. Card terms and prices change often, so verify current savings at eliquis.com and with your pharmacy before each fill — and route any medical question to your clinician rather than adjusting your medication to cut costs.
This article covers cost and savings programs only and is general information, not medical or financial advice. Program terms and prices change; verify current details with the manufacturer, your pharmacy, and your insurer. Never start, stop, or change a prescription — especially a blood thinner — without your prescriber. In a medical emergency, call 911.