How much does Kyleena cost without insurance?

Kyleena is a brand-name progestin-releasing intrauterine device (IUD). By steadily releasing levonorgestrel, it prevents ovulation and pregnancy. Kyleena, inserted into the uterus by a healthcare professional, provides contraception for up to five years. Without insurance, Kyleena is expensive. There are also additional costs to place or remove the device. However, when these costs are averaged over five years, Kyleena’s monthly cost is comparable to birth control pills. Still, there are several ways to lower the initial upfront cost of the device.

Is Kyleena covered by insurance?

Under the Affordable Care Act, FDA-approved birth control methods like Kyleena should be covered by commercial health insurance plans and Medicaid. That doesn’t mean all options are covered by all plans, but 95% of insured people have coverage for Kyleena or other IUDs. However, Medicare does not cover Kyleena or any other IUD.

How much does Kyleena cost without insurance?

Without insurance, Kyleena costs about $1,414 for the device itself. Procedures and office visits are added to the total cost. When you consider that Kyleena provides contraception for up to five years, the cost of the device is approximately $24 per month. That’s comparable to the cost of generic birth control pills. Commercial health insurance can lower that cost even more. The actual cost of the Kyleena device will depend on the health insurance plan’s formulary, deductible, cost-sharing policy, and copay.

Kyleena is currently the most expensive IUD on the market. Other progestin-releasing IUDs (Mirena, Liletta, or Skyla) cost a little less upfront. Mirena is approved to prevent pregnancy for seven years, Liletta for six years, and Skyla for three years. Paragard is a non-hormonal IUD that lasts up to 10 years. However, all IUDs are brand-name medical devices that cost more than $1,000. There are no generic or over-the-counter alternatives.

Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate drug prices at the time of publication. The price indicated without health insurance refers to the price of brand-name drugs. The SingleCare price shown refers to the price of generic drugs, if available. Click the link under “Savings Options” to see up-to-date drug prices.

How to get Kyleena without health insurance

The initial cost of Kyleena or any other intrauterine device can be difficult to manage without insurance. Bayer’s patient assistance program or the occasional manufacturer coupon or rebate can be helpful, but not everyone meets the eligibility requirements for patient assistance, and coupons and rebates are rarely offered.

If the initial cost of an IUD is too prohibitive, other birth control methods include birth control pills, implants, transdermal patches, hormone injections (such as Depo-Provera ), vaginal rings, and condoms. Not all birth control methods are equally reliable. And different methods work better with certain health conditions or lifestyle needs. If an IUD is the right birth control method for you, there are ways to save money, starting with a SingleCare prescription drug discount card .

1. Use a SingleCare discount card.

IUDs are usually purchased by a health professional at specialized pharmacies. If Kyleena can be purchased at a regular pharmacy, a free SingleCare coupon can save you money at participating pharmacies. A SingleCare Savings Card can take up to $400 off the average retail price of Kyleena.

2. Visit Planned Parenthood or other community clinics.

Kyleena and other IUDs and birth control methods are offered at low cost or even for free at community clinics and reproductive health clinics like Planned Parenthood.

3. Visit a 340B provider.

Kyleena is usually purchased by the healthcare professional implanting the device. This can be done at a clinic or hospital designated as a 340B provider. A 340B provider can purchase medications at a very low price and pass the savings on to patients. Get a list of 340B providers from a health care provider or local health care officials.

4. Enroll in Medicaid

According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, most states will cover all of the costs of the IUD, including procedures and office visits. Each state provides a website with eligibility criteria, enrollment instructions, and additional information.

5. Consider other types of birth control.

Visit a healthcare provider or reproductive health clinic for medical advice on the pros and cons of all contraceptive options.