Privigen

CSL Behring Assurance Program and Copay Program Patient Guide: How to Get Privigen at Low or No Cost

Privigen (Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human)) is a vital treatment for conditions like primary immunodeficiency (PI), chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). The CSL Behring Assurance Program and Copay Program helps eligible patients access Privigen at low or no cost if you're uninsured, underinsured, or facing insurance issues.[1][4][5]

About Privigen

Privigen is a 10% liquid intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) derived from human plasma. It's ready-to-use—no warming or reconstitution needed—and administered via IV infusion into a vein.[3][5][7] You can receive it at a hospital, infusion center, doctor's office, or home.[3][9]

Key Uses

• Primary Immunodeficiency (PI): Boosts low immunoglobulin levels in adults and children 3 years and older. Dose: 200-800 mg/kg (2-8 mL/kg) every 3-4 weeks.[4][10]
• Chronic ITP (ages 15+): Raises platelet counts. Dose: 1 g/kg (10 mL/kg) daily for 2 consecutive days.[4][10]
• CIDP (adults): Maintenance therapy (limited to 6 months studied). Loading: 2 g/kg over 2-5 days; Maintenance: 1 g/kg every 3 weeks.[5][10]

Infusions start slow (e.g., 0.3-0.5 mg/kg/min) and increase if tolerated, averaging 2 hours for PI.[3][4][7] Always ensure hydration; monitor for side effects like headache or fever.[4][7]

Who Qualifies?

This program targets patients with financial or insurance barriers:

• Uninsured or underinsured via the Assurance Program.
• Commercial insurance with high copays via the Copay Program.
• Experiencing lapse in insurance coverage.[program details]

No specific income thresholds listed—eligibility focuses on insurance status and need.[program details] Consult your doctor; Privigen requires a prescription for approved conditions.[1][4]

Income Eligibility Breakdown

Income limits aren't specified (null in program data), making it flexible for those meeting insurance criteria. Here's a general patient assistance overview:

Contact the program for personalized assessment.[program details]

Insurance Requirements

• Assurance Program: For uninsured, underinsured, or insurance lapses. No commercial insurance needed.[program details]
• Copay Program: Requires commercial insurance; reduces copays (e.g., up to $0 for eligible).[program details]

Medicare patients: Typically ineligible for manufacturer copay help due to federal rules. Explore state programs or Medicare extras.[inferred from standard practices]

Step-by-Step Application

1. Get Prescribed: Discuss Privigen with your doctor for PI, ITP, or CIDP. Obtain prescription and diagnosis codes (e.g., ICD-10).[2][6]
2. Call the Program: Dial (877) 355-4447. Application by phone only—no online form.[program details]
3. Provide Info: Share insurance details, household income, diagnosis, and prescription. Doctor may need to fax benefits info.[2]
4. Submit Documents: None specified, but expect proof of income, insurance denial, or ID. Program guides you.[program details]
5. Approval Wait: Timeline varies; expect days to weeks. Track via phone.[inferred]
6. Receive Privigen: Home delivery or pharmacy pickup.[program details]

Your doctor or nurse handles infusions; pre-meds like acetaminophen may be used.[6]

Timeline and Delivery

• Processing: Not specified—call for updates. Similar programs approve in 1-2 weeks.[inferred]
• Delivery: Direct to home or pharmacy. Infuse every 3-4 weeks for PI; as needed for ITP.[3][program details]
• Refills: Reapply or auto-renew if eligible; doctor reauthorizes.[inferred from [5]]

Infusions: 2 hours average, single day for PI.[3]

Alternatives if Denied

• Other IVIg Brands: Ask about biosimilars or competitors (none specified).[program details]
• State Programs: Needy Meds, PAN Foundation, or state AIDS Drug Assistance for PI.
• Manufacturer Alternatives: CSL Behring other aids; check privigen.com.[1]
• Generic IVIg: Explore if appropriate.
• Appeal: Call (877) 355-4447 to discuss denial reasons and reapply with more docs.

Consult your doctor for switches.[7]

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes, based on available data as of 2026. Eligibility, terms, and availability change—always verify with CSL Behring at (877) 355-4447 or privigen.com. Not medical advice; consult healthcare providers. Program not for Medicare. CSL Behring not liable for errors.[1][program details]

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