I have EATNA which covered my cost of $15500 per month for my pills 100% with no co-pay required. My other prescriptions are covered 100% with no co-pay.
November 3, 2025
Hi Robert, thanks for this information, I will look into other part D carriers, currently Humana does not cover but there have to be others. Glad you are squared away! I hope you are doing well.
November 3, 2025
How can you manage the cost of dasatinib on Medicare Part D?
It's understandable to feel worried about medication coverage. While Medicare Part D does cover prescription drugs, coverage can vary by plan and may come with high out-of-pocket costs.
Here are some options that may help:
Financial Assistance Programs
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How can you manage the cost of dasatinib on Medicare Part D?
It's understandable to feel worried about medication coverage. While Medicare Part D does cover prescription drugs, coverage can vary by plan and may come with high out-of-pocket costs.
Here are some options that may help:
Financial Assistance Programs:
* Contact the manufacturer of dasatinib (Bristol Myers Squibb) directly about patient assistance programs - they may offer copay assistance or free medication if you qualify
* Ask your doctor's office if they have a patient advocate who can help you navigate manufacturer assistance programs
* Check pharmaceutical assistance programs through organizations like NeedyMeds or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Medicare Options:
* If you have both Medicare and Medicaid, you may have additional coverage options
* Call Medicare at (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) to discuss Part D plans and prescription coverage options before you enroll
Talk to Your Doctor:
* Ask about generic alternatives or other treatment options that may have better coverage
* Your doctor can request a coverage waiver from Medicare for your specific medication
A MyLeukemiaTeam member shared: "My doctor's office helped me contact the manufacturer and they are helping me with the copay."
Don't wait - start exploring these options now so you have a plan in place before March.
October 29, 2025
I am 73 and I was surprised when my insurance wanted a co-pay of $3400 for my Brukinsa medication which cost $15500. I was awarded money from Leukemia Society for $4,000. Then 3 months later I was told by my insurance company all costs were covered 100%. I think my Part D with my insurance ADVANTAGE plan which supplements medicare worked. I thin a few years ago there was a "donut" hole in the coverage and this was resolved by Congress a few years ago. During this time look for medical insurance that supplements the medicare. I have affordable insurance that covers everything including my gym membership which was very important to m
November 2, 2025