How to pay less for Calquence
There’s no generic yet. Start with the AstraZeneca programs below, matched to how you pay.
Your options, by how you pay
| If you have | Start here |
|---|---|
| No insurance | Apply to AZ&Me Prescription Savings Program. Free drug if you meet income limits. Also compare the maker’s cash price and TrumpRx.gov. |
| Job or marketplace plan | A copay card from the official Calquence website can cut your copay. If your plan denies it, AZ&Me Prescription Savings Program may still help. |
| Medicare | Part D costs stop at $2,100 for 2026. Extra Help cuts copays if your income is limited. Charity foundations can help too. Medicare’s negotiated price for Calquence starts January 1, 2027. Copay cards can’t be used with Medicare. |
| Medicaid | Usually covered for a small copay or none. If it’s denied, your doctor can request prior authorization or suggest a covered alternative. |
The maker’s assistance program
AZ&Me Prescription Savings Program helps people who can’t afford AstraZeneca medications. Eligibility depends on income and coverage, and your doctor usually signs part of the application.
What to gather before you apply
- Your prescription, or your doctor’s contact details
- Proof of income: last year’s tax return or recent pay stubs
- Your insurance card, or a denial letter if coverage was refused
- Photo ID and proof of U.S. residency
Need your doctor’s help or appealing a denial? Use our free letter templates.
Common questions
Is there a generic for Calquence?
Not as of October 2026. Calquence (acalabrutinib) is sold only as a brand-name drug, so the maker’s programs are the main way to lower its cost.
How can I get Calquence for free or at a lower cost?
AZ&Me Prescription Savings Program may provide it free if you meet income limits; your doctor signs part of the application. With private insurance, a copay card from the official Calquence website can lower your copay.
Does Medicare cover Calquence?
Coverage depends on your Part D plan’s drug list, so check it or use Medicare’s Plan Finder. Part D costs stop at $2,100 for 2026. Extra Help cuts copays if your income is limited. Charity foundations can help too. Medicare’s negotiated price for Calquence starts January 1, 2027. Copay cards can’t be used with Medicare.
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