Your Crestor cost through Express Scripts depends on several key factors. Your insurance plan’s formulary dictates the tier your medication falls under; lower tiers mean lower out-of-pocket expenses. A higher copay will result from higher tiers. Generic rosuvastatin is usually cheaper than brand-name Crestor.
Negotiated Drug Prices
Express Scripts negotiates prices with pharmaceutical companies, including AstraZeneca, the maker of Crestor. These negotiations directly impact the price you pay. Stronger bargaining power translates into lower costs for members. Changes in these agreements can alter your cost.
Your Specific Prescription
The dosage (20 mg in your case) and quantity prescribed by your doctor affect your total cost. A larger prescription fills will generally lead to a higher total cost, even if the per-pill cost remains the same. Using a 90-day supply might lead to lower administrative fees than multiple 30-day fills.
