Mounjaro costs $25 per month through Eli Lilly's patient program, but you have to meet income limits and enroll directly

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a diabetes and weight-loss medication that normally costs $900 to $1,400 per month without insurance. Eli Lilly, the manufacturer, runs a program called the Mounjaro Savings Program that caps your out-of-pocket cost at $25 per month — but only if your household income falls below a certain threshold and you meet other requirements. This is not a government program; it is a manufacturer discount that works alongside your actual prescription, whether you have insurance or not.

The $25 price applies to a full month's supply of any Mounjaro dose. You enroll through Eli Lilly's website or by phone, and once approved, you use a digital card at the pharmacy each time you fill your prescription. The program does not change how you get the prescription itself — you still need a doctor to write it — but it dramatically reduces what you pay at the counter.

Key Takeaways

  • Eli Lilly's Mounjaro Savings Program caps your monthly cost at $25 if your household income is at or below 400% of the federal poverty line, which is roughly $56,000 for an individual or $115,000 for a family of four in 2024.
  • You must have a valid prescription from a doctor and enroll directly through Eli Lilly's program website or by calling 1-833-MOUNJARO before you fill your first prescription.
  • The $25 price applies whether or not you have insurance; if you have insurance, the program works as a copay card that covers the difference between your copay and $25.
  • You will need to re-enroll or verify your income annually, and the program can end if your income rises above the threshold or if Eli Lilly discontinues it.
  • The program does not cover the cost of the doctor visit or any other medications, only the Mounjaro itself.

Check your household income against the current threshold

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro Savings Program is open to people whose household income is at or below 400% of the federal poverty line. The federal poverty line changes each year, and the 400% threshold changes with it. For 2024, that means roughly $56,000 per year for a single person, $75,000 for a family of two, $94,000 for a family of three, and $115,000 for a family of four. If your household income is above that, you do not meet the income requirement and cannot use this program.

Household income includes wages, self-employment income, Social Security, unemployment benefits, and other regular income sources. It does not include one-time payments or tax refunds. If you are unsure whether your income qualifies, you can call Eli Lilly at 1-833-MOUNJARO and ask; they will tell you whether your situation meets the threshold without requiring you to enroll yet.

The income limit is verified when you enroll and again each year. If your income rises above the threshold during the year, Eli Lilly will notify you and you will lose access to the $25 price. If your income drops, you can re-enroll or update your information.

Get a prescription from your doctor

You cannot use the Mounjaro Savings Program without a valid prescription. Your doctor must write a prescription for Mounjaro specifically — not a generic version, because tirzepatide is not yet available as a generic. The prescription can be for any approved dose: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, or 15 mg per week.

Your doctor will decide which dose is right for you based on your medical history and whether you are using Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes or weight loss. Mounjaro is approved by the FDA for both uses, though insurance coverage and doctor willingness to prescribe it vary. If your doctor is unfamiliar with Mounjaro or hesitant to prescribe it, you can ask about it directly or seek a second opinion from an endocrinologist or weight-loss specialist.

Once you have the prescription, do not fill it yet. Enroll in the Mounjaro Savings Program first, because the program works best when you present the digital card at the pharmacy before the prescription is filled.

Enroll in the Mounjaro Savings Program online or by phone

You enroll through Eli Lilly's official Mounjaro website or by calling 1-833-MOUNJARO. The online enrollment takes about 10 to 15 minutes and asks for your name, date of birth, contact information, household income, and insurance status (if you have it). You will also need to upload or enter your prescription information — your doctor's name, the dose, and the pharmacy where you plan to fill it.

When you enroll, Eli Lilly verifies your income by asking you to confirm it under penalty of perjury. They do not run a credit check or contact your employer. If your income is within the threshold, you are approved when ready and receive a digital savings card that you can use right away at most major pharmacy chains, including CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and many independent pharmacies.

If you prefer to enroll by phone, a representative will walk you through the same questions and can answer questions about how the program works. The phone line is available during business hours, and the process takes about 20 minutes.

Present your digital card at the pharmacy when you fill your prescription

Once you are enrolled, you will receive a digital savings card that you can access through the Mounjaro website, a mobile app, or by text message. When you go to the pharmacy to fill your Mounjaro prescription, tell the pharmacist you have a manufacturer savings card and provide the card number. The pharmacist will process it at the time of filling.

If you have insurance, the savings card works as a copay card: your insurance pays its portion, and the savings card covers the difference so your total out-of-pocket cost is $25. If you do not have insurance, the savings card reduces the full price to $25. Either way, you pay $25 at the counter.

Some pharmacies may not be familiar with the Mounjaro Savings Program. If the pharmacist says they cannot process it, ask them to call Eli Lilly's pharmacy support line at 1-855-MOUNJARO. They can walk the pharmacy through the process or help you find a participating pharmacy nearby.

Understand what happens after your first fill

After your first prescription fills, you will need to refill it every 28 days (four weeks). Each refill uses the same digital card and costs $25. You can refill at the same pharmacy or switch to a different one as long as it participates in the program, which most major chains do.

Eli Lilly will send you reminders when your prescription is about to run out, usually through email or text. You can also set up automatic refills with your pharmacy so you do not have to call each month. Some pharmacies offer mail delivery for Mounjaro, which can be convenient if you prefer not to pick it up in person.

Your enrollment in the Mounjaro Savings Program lasts for one year from the date you enroll. Before it expires, Eli Lilly will ask you to re-verify your income and re-enroll. If you do not re-enroll, your savings card will stop working and you will pay the full price at the pharmacy. Re-enrollment takes just a few minutes and can be done online or by phone.

Know what the program does not cover and when it ends

The Mounjaro Savings Program covers only the cost of the Mounjaro medication itself. It does not cover the cost of your doctor visit, blood tests, or any other medications you take. If you need help paying for the doctor visit, you may be able to find low-cost clinics through your local health department or a 211 referral.

The program can end if your household income rises above 400% of the federal poverty line, if you become may be able to access for Medicare or Medicaid (at which point you may have other options), or if Eli Lilly discontinues the program. Eli Lilly has not announced any plans to end it, but manufacturer programs can change. If your situation changes, contact Eli Lilly to understand how it affects your access to the $25 price.

If you lose access to the Mounjaro Savings Program, you may be able to find other discounts through GoodRx, SingleCare, or other prescription discount cards. These typically offer lower prices than the full retail cost but higher than $25. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you explore these options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need insurance to use the Mounjaro Savings Program?

No. The program works whether you have insurance or not. If you have insurance, the savings card covers the difference between your copay and $25. If you do not have insurance, the savings card reduces the full price to $25. Either way, your cost is $25 per month.

What if my income is slightly above the 400% threshold?

You do not meet the income requirement and cannot use this program. However, you can explore other options: ask your doctor about patient information programs run by other manufacturers, look into prescription discount cards like GoodRx or SingleCare, or contact your local health department about low-income medication programs.

Can I use the Mounjaro Savings Program if I am on Medicare or Medicaid?

If you are on Medicaid, you typically cannot use the manufacturer savings card because Medicaid has its own rules about how medications are paid for. If you are on Medicare, the rules depend on your specific plan. Contact Eli Lilly or your Medicare plan to understand your options.

What happens if the pharmacy says they cannot process my savings card?

Ask the pharmacist to call Eli Lilly's pharmacy support line at 1-855-MOUNJARO. They can troubleshoot the issue or help you find a participating pharmacy nearby. Most major chains participate, but some independent pharmacies may not be set up for it yet.

Do I have to use the same pharmacy every time?

No. You can fill your prescription at any pharmacy that participates in the Mounjaro Savings Program. Most major chains like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid participate, as do many independent pharmacies. You can switch pharmacies between refills if you want to.