Skyla Patient Assistance Program
Don’t let the high cost of brand smallest-frame levonorgestrel IUD disrupt your long-acting reversible contraception. We help eligible patients access Skyla (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system 13.5 mg) for as little as $69.95 per month through the manufacturer’s Patient Assistance Program.
- Clear & Transparent Pricing
- Paperwork & Doctor-Coordination
- Comprehensive Support: From Application to Entire Journey
- Annual Re-certification And Refills Management
- Medicare Part D Patients Accepted
Key Takeaways:
- Skyla (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system 13.5 mg) is FDA-approved for prevention of pregnancy for up to 3 years. Smallest LNG-IUD device — often chosen for nulliparous patients or those preferring shorter duration and lower hormone exposure. Typical use failure rate <1%.
- Without assistance, Skyla costs commonly run approximately $800–$1,400 for device + insertion (one-time cost every 3 years).
- Through AffordMyPrescriptions, qualifying patients can access Skyla for a flat $69.95 per month.
- Other levonorgestrel IUDs: Mirena and Liletta (52 mg LNG-IUD, up to 8 years — more dramatic menstrual bleeding reduction, larger device), Kyleena (19.5 mg, up to 5 years). Copper IUD: Paragard (up to 12 years — non-hormonal). ACA preventive coverage requires most private insurance plans to cover contraception including IUDs with no cost-sharing. Title X funded clinics, Planned Parenthood, community health centers often offer LARCs at little or no cost. Nexplanon (etonogestrel implant, 3–5 years). Combined hormonal contraceptives, DMPA, progestin-only pills, condoms, spermicides.
What is Skyla Prescription Assistance Program?
The Skyla Patient Assistance Program is a manufacturer-sponsored initiative that helps eligible patients access Skyla (used for long-acting reversible contraception with the smallest LNG-IUD device) at little or no cost when they meet specific income, insurance, and clinical criteria. The program is free to apply for, but the enrollment process involves detailed applications, gynecology or primary care coordination, supporting documentation, and insertion arrangement — which can be overwhelming when you are managing contraception needs.
At AffordMyPrescriptions, our Patient Advocates handle the entire Skyla PAP enrollment for a flat $69.95 per month. We complete the application, coordinate with your prescriber for insertion arrangement, follow up with the manufacturer’s program until approval, coordinate device delivery to the insertion site, and handle annual re-certification — so you never face a gap in your Skyla contraception.
AffordMyPrescriptions eliminates that burden. For a flat $69.95 per month, our Patient Advocates handle every step of your Skyla enrollment — from the initial application through insertion coordination and re-enrollment — so you never face a gap in your long-acting reversible contraception.
Pharmacy Price Comparison
- Without assistance, Skyla costs around a thousand dollars for the device plus insertion visit. Under ACA preventive coverage most private insurance plans cover contraception with no cost-sharing — but insurance gaps and high-deductible plans can leave patients responsible. A Patient Assistance Program can make this LARC accessible if you qualify. The table below compares typical pricing across major settings:
| PHARMACY | PRICE (30-DAY) WITH BEST COUPONS | YOU SAVE W/ US |
|---|---|---|
| Generic OCs (alt contraception) | ~$10/mo | Generic OC alt very cheap |
| OB-GYN office insertion | ~$1,400/3yr | Save substantially |
| Community family planning clinic | ~$1,100/3yr | Save substantially |
| Specialty pharmacy device | ~$900/3yr | Save substantially |
| 340B/Title X (income-eligible) | ~$0–$400 | Reduced-cost programs |
| Kyleena (alt 5-year LNG-IUD) | ~$1,000/5yr | Alt 5-year LNG-IUD |
*Retail prices are estimates based on public data and vary by pharmacy. Coupon prices from GoodRx and SingleCare as of April 2026. AffordMyPrescriptions Advocacy Service bypasses pharmacy pricing entirely by using the manufacturer’s assistance program to secure your Skyla — independent of dosage or retail price.
Our Pricing:
$69.95 Per month
1 Medications
$79.95 Per Month
2 Medications
$89.95 Per Month
3 Medications
$99.95 Per Month
4+ Medications
Why choose us For Your Skyla Prescription Program?
The Skyla Patient Assistance Program is free to apply and provides medication at no cost if approved. But the process involves detailed applications, prescriber coordination, insertion arrangement, and ongoing management — applications that are commonly delayed or denied when paperwork is incomplete. Our $69.95 per month covers full advocacy: applications, doctor coordination, documentation, and re-enrollment — so you focus on your health, not paperwork. ACA preventive coverage requires most private insurance to cover contraception including IUDs with no cost-sharing — verify your coverage first.
Enroll
Complete a simple eligibility form so our team can determine if you may qualify for Skyla assistance.
We Advocate
Our specialists gather documentation, complete applications, and coordinate with your prescriber and the assistance program.
Receive Medication
Once approved, your Skyla is delivered through the assistance program while we manage refills and annual renewals.
Discount Coupons vs. Patient Assistance Programs
Many patients try discount cards first. Here’s why the Patient Assistance Program through AffordMyPrescriptions is the better long-term solution for Skyla:
Limitations of Coupons
Prices fluctuate — savings aren’t guaranteed month-to-month
Copay accumulators may prevent savings from counting toward your deductible
Coupon cards expire and require constant renewal
Still $800–$1,400 device + insertion per month even with the best discount
Cannot be used with Medicare, Medicaid, or government insurance
Advantages of PAP Through Us
Fixed $69.95/month — never changes regardless of retail price
- No expiration — continuous access as long as you qualify
Medication supplied directly through the assistance program
We manage all paperwork, refills, and annual renewals
If denied, we explore alternative savings paths on your behalf
DO YOU QUALIFY?
Eligibility is generally determined by annual household income and insurance status. Most programs follow guidelines that include limits of up to $40,000 for individuals, $60,000 for couples, and $100,000 for larger families. Because requirements vary by program and household, we encourage you to contact AffordMyPrescriptions directly so we can review your specific situation and determine if you qualify for Skyla assistance.
- You Are A U.S. Citizen Or Legal Resident
- You Have A Valid Skyla Prescription From A Licensed U.S. Healthcare Provider
- You Are Uninsured Or Underinsured And Cannot Afford Your Medication
- You Have Recently Experienced A Change In Financial Circumstances That Affects Your Ability To Pay
Understanding Skyla:
Skyla is the smallest LNG-IUD — 13.5 mg hormone reservoir with the smallest device frame among approved LNG-IUDs. Often chosen for nulliparous patients where a smaller device may be more comfortable, or for patients preferring shorter duration and lower hormone exposure. Approved for up to 3 years — shortest of the LNG-IUD options. Same core mechanisms and >99% typical use efficacy.
How It Works:
Skyla releases levonorgestrel locally in the uterine cavity at the lowest daily dose among LNG-IUDs — producing effective contraception with the least pronounced menstrual bleeding reduction and potentially lowest systemic hormone exposure. Effective LARC for up to 3 years. Contraceptive mechanisms same as other LNG-IUDs: cervical mucus thickening (blocks sperm passage), endometrial atrophy (prevents implantation), and partial suppression of ovulation. Because Skyla’s hormone dose is lowest, endometrial suppression is least complete — menstrual bleeding pattern changes are typically the mildest among LNG-IUDs, though many users still experience lighter periods over time. Same very high contraceptive efficacy.
Form and Use:
Skyla is a T-shaped intrauterine device with the smallest frame among LNG-IUDs. Inserted by trained clinician in office setting through cervical canal into uterine cavity. Typical insertion takes 5–10 minutes. Effective for up to 3 years. Removal by clinician at end of use or earlier if desired. Fertility returns rapidly after removal. Menstrual bleeding pattern typically changes less dramatically than with Mirena — irregular bleeding first 3–6 months, then lighter periods (some users maintain regular cycles).
Generic Availability:
No generic Skyla. Other levonorgestrel IUDs: Mirena and Liletta (52 mg LNG-IUD — up to 8 years, more dramatic bleeding reduction, larger device), Kyleena (19.5 mg — up to 5 years, mid-size). Copper IUD: Paragard (up to 12 years, non-hormonal). Other LARCs: Nexplanon (etonogestrel subdermal implant, 3–5 years). Other contraceptives: combined hormonal contraceptives (many generic pills very cheap, patch/Xulane, ring/NuvaRing generic), depot medroxyprogesterone (Depo-Provera — generic, every 3 months), progestin-only pills (norethindrone generic, drospirenone/Slynd), condoms, diaphragms, spermicides. Emergency contraception: levonorgestrel (Plan B — OTC), ulipristal (Ella — Rx), copper IUD. ACA preventive coverage requires most private insurance to cover contraception including all IUDs with no cost-sharing. Title X clinics, Planned Parenthood, community health centers often provide LARCs at very low or no cost regardless of insurance.
Warnings:
Same class warnings as other LNG-IUDs: ectopic pregnancy risk (reduced overall pregnancy risk, but if pregnancy occurs, higher proportion is ectopic — evaluate any positive pregnancy test promptly), sepsis with pregnancy, embedment or perforation (higher risk with breastfeeding insertion), expulsion (higher risk in first year), ovarian cysts, breast cancer risk (progestin class), pelvic inflammatory disease (mostly early, STI-associated). Other: irregular bleeding first 3–6 months, amenorrhea less common than with Mirena or Kyleena (approximately 6% of Skyla users vs 12% Kyleena vs 20% Mirena), headache, nausea, breast tenderness, mood changes, acne. Contraindications: pregnancy, active pelvic infection, cervical cancer, unexplained vaginal bleeding, liver disease, breast cancer or other progestin-sensitive cancer, uterine anomalies distorting cavity, hypersensitivity.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How much does Skyla cost without insurance?
$800–$1,400 for device plus insertion visit (one-time cost every 3 years). Under ACA preventive coverage most private insurance plans cover contraception including IUDs with no cost-sharing — verify your coverage first. Title X clinics, Planned Parenthood, community health centers often provide LARCs at very low or no cost. Generic OCs cost $10/month.
How long does Skyla last?
Up to 3 years for pregnancy prevention — shortest of the LNG-IUD options. Removable by clinician at any time before expiration — fertility returns rapidly.
What is the difference between Skyla, Kyleena, and Mirena?
All levonorgestrel IUDs of varying size and hormone dose. Mirena/Liletta: 52 mg, largest device, up to 8 years, most dramatic bleeding reduction. Kyleena: 19.5 mg, mid-size device, up to 5 years. Skyla: 13.5 mg, smallest device, up to 3 years, mildest bleeding pattern changes. All have similar contraceptive efficacy (>99% typical use). Choice by patient preference, prior pregnancies, duration desired, and expected bleeding pattern.
Is Skyla especially good for nulliparous patients?
The smallest device frame may make insertion more comfortable for nulliparous patients. However, Kyleena, Mirena, and Liletta are also FDA-approved and used successfully in nulliparous patients. Discuss preference with your prescriber.
How does Skyla affect my menstrual periods?
Mildest effect on periods among LNG-IUDs. First 3–6 months: irregular spotting and bleeding common. Over time: periods often lighter but many users maintain regular cycles. Only about 6% of Skyla users have no periods by 1 year (vs 12% with Kyleena and 20% with Mirena). If dramatic bleeding reduction is desired, Mirena/Liletta may be preferred.
Take Control of Your Medication Costs
Long-acting reversible contraception should not be skipped over cost — and it typically doesn’t need to be. Verify your ACA preventive coverage first. Our Skyla advocacy team is ready to verify your eligibility, complete the manufacturer application on your behalf, and coordinate insertion — for a flat $69.95 per month. If we cannot help you access Skyla through a Patient Assistance Program, you are not charged.
Submit Enrollment Form
Start free by filling out a simple online form.
Receive Welcome Call
Our specialist will contact you for a quick welcome call.
We Manage The Process
Our team handles everything, so you can focus on your health.