BMS Patient Assistance Foundation

Manufacturer copay assistance · Yervoy (J9228) · Bristol Myers Squibb

Free · Maximum benefit No limit — free drug · Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately

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Status verified March 22, 2026 · Source: program site ↗

Program terms

Published terms from the manufacturer. Per-patient eligibility is confirmed at enrollment.

Assistance type
Free Drug
Patient pays
Free
Maximum benefit
No limit — free drug
What it covers
Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately
Insurance
medicare no commercial no medicaid
Processing time
1-2 weeks

Medicare or Medicaid patient?

This manufacturer program excludes government insurance. Foundation disease funds are the route instead — status shown as of each fund's last verification.

What will the patient owe before assistance?

Run a benefits estimate for Yervoy — the program's cap applies against the patient share CareCost calculates.

Common questions

Does Yervoy have a copay card?

Yes — BMS Patient Assistance Foundation from Bristol Myers Squibb. Free. Commercial insurance is required; Medicare and Medicaid patients are not eligible.

How much does Yervoy cost with the copay card?

Free Maximum benefit: No limit — free drug. Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately

Who is eligible for BMS Patient Assistance Foundation?

Accepted insurance: medicare. Not eligible: commercial, medicaid.

Patient or caregiver? Your infusion center's financial counselor can enroll you — or call the program at 1-800-736-0003.