Merck Co-pay Assistance Program

Manufacturer copay assistance · Keytruda (J9271) · Merck

$25 · Maximum benefit $25,000/year · Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately

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Status verified May 1, 2026 · Source: program site ↗

Program terms

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

Assistance type
Copay Assist
Patient pays
$25
Maximum benefit
$25,000/year
What it covers
Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately
Insurance
commercial no medicaid no medicare no government
Program valid Sept 2025 through Sept 2027.

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 Co-pay Assistance Program from Merck. $25. Commercial insurance is required; Medicare and Medicaid patients are not eligible.

How much does Keytruda cost with the copay card?

$25 Maximum benefit: $25,000/year. Covers drug cost only — administration billed separately

Who is eligible for Merck Co-pay Assistance Program?

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

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