Avastin

Indicated For

Glioblastoma, colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, other cancers

About This Medication

# Genentech Patient Foundation Patient Guide: How to Get Avastin (bevacizumab) at Low or No Cost Avastin (bevacizumab) is a prescription medicine used to treat certain types of cancer, such as metastatic colorectal cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, glioblastoma, renal cell carcinoma, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, and hepatocellular carcinoma. The **Genentech Patient Foundation** helps eligible patients get **Avastin** for free if they lack insurance coverage or face financial hardship.[1][2][3] ## Who Qualifies for the Program? The Genentech Patient Foundation provides free Genentech medicines like Avastin to patients who: - Don't have health insurance coverage for the medicine, or - Have financial concerns and meet the program's eligibility criteria.[1][2][3][5] Eligibility focuses on your insurance status and financial situation. Uninsured patients or those without coverage for Avastin must meet specific income requirements. Insured patients with coverage should first explore other financial assistance options before applying, and they have separate income criteria.[5] Government insurance like Medicare or Medicaid typically does not qualify.[1][5] Genentech may verify all information and can change program rules anytime.[5] **Key benefits:** Free medication shipped to you or your doctor's office. No cost for eligible patients.[3] ## About Avastin (bevacizumab) Avastin is an intravenous (IV) infusion medicine that works by blocking a protein called VEGF, which helps tumors grow blood vessels. It's FDA-approved for several cancers when used with other chemotherapies: - Metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) in first- or second-line with IV fluorouracil-based chemo. - Non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with carboplatin/paclitaxel. - Glioblastoma (with other treatments after prior therapy). - Renal cell carcinoma (metastatic). - Persistent, recurrent, or metastatic cervical cancer. - Ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer (various stages).[10] **Important:** Avastin has serious side effects like high blood pressure, bleeding, blood clots, slow wound healing, and more. Always discuss risks with your doctor. This guide is not medical advice—it's for financial help only.[10] ## Income Eligibility Breakdown Specific income limits (like Federal Poverty Level percentages) are not publicly listed and vary by case. Annual net household income may be reviewed, especially for insured patients. Uninsured patients without coverage for Avastin have different criteria from those with insurance.[5] Here's a general overview based on program details: | Household Situation | Likely Requirement | Notes | |---------------------|--------------------|-------| | Uninsured, no coverage for Avastin | Meet income criteria for uninsured | Proof of income/household size may be needed[1][5] | | Insured with coverage | Pursue other aid first, then meet income limits | Financial concerns required[5] | | Any household size | Financial need + eligibility check | Genentech verifies; no fixed FPL % listed[1][2] | Contact the program for your personalized assessment: (888) 249-4918.[1] ## Insurance Requirements - **Eligible:** Uninsured patients or insured patients without coverage for Avastin.[1][3][5] - **Not eligible:** Medicare, Medicaid, or other government-funded insurance. Also, patients in Alternative Funding Programs (AFPs) required by insurers.[5][7] - Insured patients: Try co-pay foundations or other aid first.[5][7] Avastin Access Solutions can check your coverage before applying.[3][7] ## Step-by-Step Application Process Applying is straightforward with **multiple methods** (online, fax, text, phone). Both you and your doctor must complete forms.[1][3][4] 1. **Discuss with your doctor:** Confirm Avastin is prescribed and medically necessary. Ask them to complete the **Prescriber Foundation Form**.[1][3][4] 2. **Complete Patient Consent Form:** Sign and date this (English/Spanish available). It allows Genentech to discuss your info.[1][3][4] 3. **Gather documents:** - Prescriber Foundation Form (doctor completes). - Patient Consent Form (you sign). - Proof of income/household size (if requested). - Insurance info (to confirm status).[1][3] 4. **Submit forms:** - **Online:** Use Quick Enroll or My Patient Solutions (doctor's account).[1][4][6] - **Fax:** 833-999-4363[4][6][9] - **Text:** Photo to 650-877-1111[4][6] - **Phone:** (888) 249-4918 for help.[1][8] **Both forms required—no action without them.**[1][3][4] 5. **Wait for review:** Processed in about 5 business days. Your doctor and you will be contacted with outcome.[4][9] ## Timeline and Delivery - **Processing:** Typically 5 business days after receiving both forms.[4] - **Approval notice:** Phone call to you and prescriber.[4][9] - **Delivery:** Free Avastin shipped to patient or physician's office.[1] - **Reauthorization:** Yes, required for refills (up to 1 year or as specified).[1][9] ## Alternatives if Denied - **Avastin Access Solutions:** Referrals to independent co-pay foundations for insured patients.[3][5][7] - **Other copay help:** For commercial/public insurance.[5][7] - **State programs or nonprofits:** Search via NeedyMeds or RxAssist. - **Appeal:** Contact program to discuss denial reasons and resubmit.[4] - No biosimilars listed for Avastin assistance here.[1] ## Disclaimer This guide is for informational purposes based on publicly available program details as of 2026. Eligibility, rules, and forms can change—always verify with Genentech at (888) 249-4918 or GenentechPatientFoundation.com. Not affiliated with Genentech. Consult your doctor for medical advice. Genentech reserves rights to modify/discontinue.[1][5] (Word count: 942)

Program information last verified: March 30, 2026