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Universal Co-pay Program
Patients may be eligible for immediate co-pay savings on their next prescription.
Eligible patients with private insurance may pay $25 per month
Novartis will pay the remaining co-pay, up to $15,000 per calendar year, per product*
* Limitations apply. This offer is only available to patients with private insurance. The program is not available for patients who are enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal or state health care program. Novartis reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this program without notice. For full Terms and Conditions, visit Copay.NovartisOncology.com or call 1-877-577-7756.
Encourage your patients to find out if they are eligible to enroll in the Novartis Oncology Universal Co-pay Program by visiting Copay.NovartisOncology.com or calling 1-877-577-7756.
Patient Assistance Now Oncology
Patient Assistance Now Oncology (PANO) is a support center consisting of insurance specialists and case managers who provide access to information regarding an array of services. Consider PANO your first stop for information about Novartis Oncology Patient Support services. Dedicated support specialists help direct callers to the services that best fit their needs.
To learn more, call 1-800-282-7630 or visit Novartis Patient Support.
Reimbursement FAQs
Q: When can I call the PANO Hotline (1-800-282-7630)?
A: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 8 PM ET.
Q: Do private medical insurance plans and Medicare cover Sandostatin® LAR Depot (octreotide acetate) for injectable suspension?
A: Yes, most do. To learn more, call the PANO Hotline (1-800-282-7630).
Q: Do private medical insurance plans cover Sandostatin® (octreotide acetate) Immediate-Release Injection?
A: Yes, most do. For more information, call the PANO Hotline (1-800-282-7630).
Q: What can I do if a claim is denied?
A: There are several things you can do. First, you can review the patient's explanation of benefits (EOB) form and document the medical necessity for the patient. For more information, call the PANO Hotline (1-800-282-7630).
GPO Discount Information
Community Group Purchasing Organizations:
Sandostatin LAR Depot is available at a discount through community oncology practice group purchasing organizations (GPOs)*
Call 1-888-947-2824 for more information, or contact your GPO.
*Participating community oncology practice Group Purchasing Organizations include: ION Solutions, McKesson Specialty Health Onmark® GPO, Unity GPO for The US Oncology Network, and Cardinal Health VitalSource™ GPO.
Onmark is a registered trademark of McKesson Specialty Health.
VitalSource is a trademark of Cardinal Health.
Hospital Group Purchasing Organizations:
Sandostatin LAR Depot is available at a discount through select hospital GPOs
Call 1-888-947-2824 for more information, or contact your GPO for pricing.