How do you get $25 Wegovy?

With a list price of $1,349.02 per month, the cost of Wegovy (semaglutide) can add up quickly. Luckily, there are ways to save, including pharmacy discounts. So, how do you get Wegovy for $25, exactly? Prior to early 2025, the answer would be the “Wegovy Savings Card,” but the specific $25 Wegovy offer is no longer available. 

Today, the Wegovy Savings Card can get you a price as low as $0 for your monthly refill, depending on your insurance coverage. You’ll need to have a valid prescription for the drug, have commercial insurance, and meet the other eligibility requirements. Uninsured? You can still save with this Wegovy discount card, which caps your price of a monthly Rx at $499.

Wegovy may be prescribed to people with obesity or overweight and at least one weight-related health condition, such as type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol. In 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Wegovy for another indication besides weight loss: to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or death in people with obesity or overweight and established heart disease. 

Keep reading to learn about how the Wegovy coupon works and additional ways to get the weight loss medication for less.

The list price of Wegovy is $1,349.02 for a 28-day supply, which includes four injection pens, each prefilled with a single dose of the medication. This breaks down to about $337.26 per week or $16,188.24 per year and is the same for all dosage strengths of the drug (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, 2.4 mg). 

The list price of a medication describes the price set by the drug manufacturer and does not factor in any discounts, rebates, or insurance coverage. The amount you’ll end up paying for Wegovy will also depend on your preferred pharmacy, location, and specific insurance plan. 

Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy, used to have a savings program that lowered the price of Wegovy to $25. As of early 2025, the manufacturer updated the terms of their savings program, and you can now get Wegovy for as little as $0 per month with the Wegovy Savings Card. That’s right, eligible individuals can get Wegovy completely free with the Wegovy Savings Card. To qualify, you’ll need to have commercial (read: not government-funded) insurance and meet other eligibility requirements. For those who are uninsured or pay cash for their prescriptions, the Wegovy copay card caps the monthly cost to $499 per refill.

What does “as little as $0 per month” mean, exactly? This type of wording means that you may get Wegovy for free or pay a copay, depending on the details of your insurance plan. The Wegovy Savings Card comes with a maximum savings of $225 per month for people with commercial drug insurance for Wegovy. So, if your copay for Wegovy is lower than $225, say $150, the Wegovy Savings Card brings your price to $0. If your copay for Wegovy is higher than $225, say $350, the Wegovy Savings Card brings your price down to $125. If you have a high-deductible plan, your copay may be high at first, even with the $225 discount applied—but after your deductible is met, your cost should go down. 

Those who are uninsured, pay cash for their prescriptions, or have a commercial plan that doesn’t include coverage for Wegovy don’t have to do any math to figure out their savings. If they’re eligible for the card, the cost of a monthly refill will be $499.

Here’s more of the fine print when it comes to the manufacturer-offered Wegovy savings program and card. 

To get Wegovy for as little as $0 per month, you must:

• Have commercial (e.g. employer-sponsored) insurance with coverage for Wegovy

• Have a valid prescription for the brand-name drug that includes a valid prescriber identification number (as long as you get Wegovy from a licensed, qualified healthcare provider, this should be included)

To get Wegovy for $499 per month, you must:

• Be uninsured, pay cash for your prescriptions, or have a commercial (e.g. employer-sponsored) insurance plan that does not include coverage for Wegovy 

• Have a valid prescription for the brand-name drug that includes a valid prescriber identification number

The Wegovy Savings Card can only be used in the US and is not transferable. It works for all dosage strengths and up to thirteen 28-day fills of Wegovy. You can use it for 28-day as well as 56-day and 84-day supplies. The maximum savings for those with coverage for Wegovy is $225 per 28-day fill, $450 per 56-day fill, and $675 per 84-day fill. For those with a commercial plan that doesn’t cover Wegovy or who pay cash for their prescriptions, the maximum cost is $499 for a 28-day fill, $998 for a 56-day fill, and $1,497 for an 84-day fill.

Here’s a quick recap of the savings available with the Wegovy Savings Card, depending on your insurance coverage.

If you have insurance through a government-funded program, you may be wondering where you fit into this savings program. Unfortunately, you cannot get Wegovy at such a steep discount through the manufacturer savings program if you are:

• Enrolled in a federal or state healthcare program with prescription drug coverage, including Medicaid, Medicare, Medigap, Tricare, and the Veterans Administration (VA)

• Eligible to have the entire cost of your prescription reimbursed by a commercial insurance plan or other commercial health or pharmacy benefit programs 

Still not sure if you qualify? You can determine your eligibility by visiting Novo Nordisk’s website. If you get the green light, you can then apply online—and that brings us to our next topic…

How to apply for the Wegovy Savings Card

To apply for the Wegovy Savings Card, head over to the manufacturer’s website. Once there click “Get savings & free support.” This should take you to a registration form that will ask if you have a Wegovy prescription, your insurance coverage, and some basic information about yourself. 

Before applying, it’s good to review the saving card’s eligibility requirements:

• Valid prescription for Wegovy

• Uninsured or insured through a commercial health insurance plan, excluding government-funded plans 

• Ineligible for other drug benefits

• To be used in the US

• Cannot be combined with a cash discount program or non-insurance savings plan

If eligible, you’ll be prompted to create an account where you can enter more details about your insurance coverage and learn the price you qualify for, which may be as low as $0 a month. Your account will also give you access to a free health coach and hub to track your weight loss progress.    

If you’re not eligible for the Wegovy Savings Card or just looking for even more ways to save, you’re in luck, as there are a handful of tactics for lowering the price of your prescription. 

Review insurance coverage

While insurance coverage varies depending on your specific health plan, many commercial insurers cover weight loss medications, such as Wegovy—if not in full, then at least partially. Once you have a prescription, you can then determine whether Wegovy is covered by your insurance, such as by using Ro’s GLP-1 Insurance Coverage Checker. All you have to do is fill out the form with the information on your insurance card; Ro will then send you a free, personalized coverage report based on their conversation with your insurance provider. 

You can also check out your healthcare plan’s drug formulary, which is the list of all drugs covered under your plan. If Wegovy isn’t listed, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck paying at or around the list price. Your healthcare provider may be able to request prior authorization from the insurance company on the basis that Wegovy is medically necessary. Novo Nordisk offers a sample letter they can use here. Should that request be denied, your healthcare provider may also submit an appeal on your behalf. 

That’s great and all, but what about if you have government-funded or subsidized insurance? Let’s discuss.

• Medicare: In general, Medicare does not cover medicines for obesity management, but some Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans do. However, now that the FDA has approved Wegovy for an additional indication (lowering cardiovascular risk in adults with heart disease and obesity or overweight), coverage may expand for Wegovy. According to a 2024 memo issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), reducing cardiovascular risk is considered a medically accepted indication, so individuals taking Wegovy for this specific reason may be able to receive coverage through Medicare Part D. If someone on Medicare has limited resources, they can get help with Medicare Part D premiums, deductibles, and coinsurances through the Medicare Extra Health program.

• Medicaid: Medicaid drug coverage can vary by state. Similar to Medicare, drugs that treat obesity may not be covered. However, with the new FDA-approved indication for Wegovy as a treatment for reducing cardiovascular risk, coverage for Wegovy may expand. Your healthcare provider may need to submit prior authorization on your behalf.

• Veterans Administration (VA): If you have prescription drug coverage through the VA, you may be able to get Wegovy covered under the MOVE! Weight Management Program. Talk to your local provider and consult the drug formulary to understand your options.

• Tricare: Wegovy may be covered under Tricare. Your healthcare provider may need to submit a coverage review. Talk to your local provider to understand your options. Before fulfilling a Wegovy prescription, they’ll most likely need to submit a coverage review.

Sign up for a prescription discount program

In addition to working with your healthcare provider and insurance plan, you may be able to save more on Wegovy with a prescription discount card. These cards typically work as coupons at local pharmacies and can offer significant savings on prescription drugs.  

Popular programs that offer discounts include:

• RxSaver: Free service that offers coupons that help consumers save up to 80% on prescription drugs.

• GoodRx: Free service that offers coupons for various medications.  

• WellRx: Free prescription discount program that offers up to 80% off select drugs at over 65,000 US pharmacies.

• SingleCare: Free service that offers coupons for various medications.

• Optum Perks: Free prescription discount program that offers up to 80% off select drugs at over 64,000 participating pharmacies in the US.

Consider alternative medications 

While there isn’t a generic version of Wegovy, there are other medications that may be worth discussing with your healthcare provider. 

One such example is Zepbound (tirzepatide), which is an injectable medication that, like Wegovy, is FDA-approved for weight loss and management. Then, there are other semaglutide drugs, such as Ozempic and Rybelsus. While Ozempic is commonly used off-label for weight loss, these potential Wegovy alternatives are indicated for people with type 2 diabetes. And, of course, there are also oral weight loss medications on the market, such as phentermine and Contrave. These medications work in different ways and have their own risks and benefits, so if you are considering them, talk to your healthcare provider.  Keep in mind, though, that many options for weight loss can also be quite costly and are not necessarily covered by insurance. 

If you and your healthcare provider determine it might be worth trying another drug, your next step would be to call your insurance company to see if the potential swap is included in the plan’s drug formulary. If it is, the representative should be able to explain more about the medication’s cost based on your specific plan. You can also explore savings options, such as manufacturer offerings (e.g. Ozempic Savings Card) and discount programs, to determine how much you’ll pay for alternate treatment. 

In addition to the aforementioned options, there’s another that might be even more cost-effective, especially if you’re paying out-of-pocket: compounded semaglutide. Compounded medications are custom-made pharmaceuticals by licensed pharmacists to meet the needs of a patient when a commercially available drug cannot. Permitted (but not approved) by the FDA, they can also be a good option if there’s a drug shortage or you’re dealing with insurance denial. Typically, insurance won’t cover these medications, but their direct costs tend to be lower than those for brand-name counterparts.

As mentioned earlier, Novo Nordisk discontinued their Wegovy $25 copay card and replaced it in 2025 with a new Savings Card Program. With this program, you may be able to get Wegovy for $499 or completely free, depending on your insurance coverage. Let’s recap. 

• Yes, you can really get Wegovy for free if you meet certain criteria. To be eligible, you must have commercial insurance with coverage for Wegovy and a valid prescription for Wegovy. The offer has a maximum savings of $225 per month.

• If you are insured or have a commercial plan that doesn’t include coverage for Wegovy, you can still get Wegovy for $499, a fraction of the list price of $1,349.02, with the Wegovy Savings Card. To be eligible, you must have a valid prescription for Wegovy and either be uninsured or have a commercial plan that does not include coverage for Wegovy.

• If you’re eligible for the Wegovy Savings Card, you can use it to save on up to 13 boxes of Wegovy. One box is a 28-day supply. It can also be used to save on longer 56-day and 84-day refills, but the 13-box limit still applies.

• Those who are enrolled in a government healthcare program (e.g. Medicaid, Medicare) are ineligible for the manufacturer coupon for Wegovy. But you may be able to take advantage of free prescription discount cards through services like GoodRx and Optum Perks.