Merck Patient Assistance Program

Manufacturer copay assistance · Keytruda (J9271) · Merck

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

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Status verified May 28, 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
uninsured no medicare no commercial no medicaid
Income limit
Single: $79,800; Couple: $108,200; Family of 4: $165,000
Processing time
1-2 weeks
IV infusion; administered in clinic. PAP covers the drug cost.

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 Keytruda — the program's cap applies against the patient share CareCost calculates.

Common questions

Does Keytruda have a copay card?

Yes — Merck Patient Assistance Program from Merck. Free. Commercial insurance is required; Medicare and Medicaid patients are not eligible.

How much does Keytruda cost with the copay card?

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

Who is eligible for Merck Patient Assistance Program?

Accepted insurance: uninsured. Not eligible: medicare, commercial, medicaid. Income limit: Single: $79,800; Couple: $108,200; Family of 4: $165,000.

Patient or caregiver? Your infusion center's financial counselor can enroll you — or call the program at 855-257-3932.