Eliquis is one of the most prescribed blood thinners in America, and it is also one of the most expensive. Cash price for 60 tablets of 5mg Eliquis runs about $625 in 2026, and a discount through GoodRx usually only trims that to $550 or so. The real savings come from an Eliquis discount card issued directly by the manufacturer, which can drop your copay to $10 per month if you qualify. For broader context on paying for maintenance medications, see our healthcare costs guide. This walkthrough explains eligibility, how to enroll, and what to do if you cannot use the card.
What the Eliquis Discount Card Is
Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer jointly manufacture Eliquis and offer a commercial-insurance copay savings card through the Eliquis Free 30-Day Trial and Eliquis Savings Card Program. Eligible patients pay as little as $10 per month for a prescription that would otherwise cost several hundred dollars out-of-pocket.
This is fundamentally different from a GoodRx-style discount card. GoodRx negotiates a cash-network rate through a PBM. The Eliquis card is a manufacturer copay offset, where Bristol-Myers Squibb pays part of your insurance copay directly. Both can save money, but only the manufacturer card brings the price down to $10.
Who Qualifies
The Eliquis Savings Card is available to patients with commercial (employer or marketplace) insurance. Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, VA, and other federal program enrollees are not eligible because federal anti-kickback rules prohibit manufacturers from offering copay assistance to government beneficiaries.
You also need a valid prescription for Eliquis and must be a US resident. Cash-pay patients without any insurance do not qualify for the savings card, but they may qualify for the separate Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, which provides Eliquis free of charge to uninsured patients meeting income limits.
How to Get the Card
Visit eliquis.com and navigate to the savings section. You fill out a short form with your name, date of birth, insurance information, and prescriber details. The card generates instantly as a digital PDF with a BIN, PCN, group number, and member ID, which is what your pharmacist will need at checkout.
You can also ask your cardiologist’s office to help enroll; most offices keep the program materials on hand because so many patients use it. A physical card is available by mail for patients who prefer paper.
How to Use It at the Pharmacy
When you drop off the prescription, tell the pharmacist you have an Eliquis Savings Card and hand them the digital coupon or card. They will run your insurance claim first, then apply the savings card as a secondary coupon. Your final copay at the register should be $10 or the lowest amount the program allows for that fill.
There is a monthly cap on savings (around $1,200 per month for most enrollees) and an annual maximum. For most patients on standard Eliquis, the cap is far higher than any typical copay, so you will not hit it.
If You Do Not Qualify: Medicare and Medicaid Options
Medicare Part D enrollees cannot use the manufacturer savings card, but two options can help. First, the Inflation Reduction Act caps Part D out-of-pocket costs at $2,000 per year starting in 2025, so your annual Eliquis cost through Medicare is now more predictable. Second, the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation provides Eliquis free for eligible Medicare patients who meet income guidelines (generally up to 500 percent of the federal poverty level).
Medicaid enrollees typically pay a few dollars per fill through state Medicaid prescription coverage and do not need a separate discount card.
If You Are Uninsured
Uninsured patients have two real options. 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, which is roughly $75,000 for a single person in 2026). The application requires proof of income, a prescriber’s signature, and takes about two weeks to process.
The second option is importing a generic equivalent from a Canadian licensed pharmacy, which technically falls in a legal gray zone but is tolerated by the FDA for personal use. A 90-day supply from a certified Canadian pharmacy runs roughly $90 versus $1,800 cash at a US pharmacy.
GoodRx and Other Cards on Eliquis
GoodRx and SingleCare show modest discounts on Eliquis (usually 5 to 15 percent off cash price), which brings 60 tablets down to roughly $550 to $600 instead of $625. That is real but nowhere near the $10 manufacturer copay. For anyone who qualifies for the BMS savings card, there is no reason to use GoodRx on Eliquis. 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 per month for patients with commercial insurance. The exact amount depends on your plan’s formulary and the program’s monthly cap.
Can I use the Eliquis savings card with Medicare?
No. Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal insurance enrollees are excluded from manufacturer copay cards under federal law. Patient assistance programs are available instead.
Is there a generic Eliquis?
A generic version (apixaban) was approved by the FDA in 2019 but has been blocked by patent litigation. Generic launch in the US is expected after 2026 depending on settlement terms.
Where can I fill Eliquis for the lowest price?
Most major chain pharmacies accept the savings card. Mail-order through your insurer’s preferred pharmacy often offers the lowest copay for a 90-day supply.
The Bottom Line
The Eliquis discount card from the manufacturer is the best savings option if you have commercial insurance, bringing monthly costs down to around $10. Medicare and uninsured patients should look to the BMS Patient Assistance Foundation instead. GoodRx is a weak substitute for Eliquis specifically because brand-name discounts are small. Discount card prices and program terms change frequently, so verify current savings at eliquis.com and confirm with your pharmacy before each fill.