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Yes, Honeydew accepts insurance for prescriptions and eligible lab work. Your membership is paid separately. And oftentimes, our cash prices cost less than using insurance.

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Insurance & cost · Honeydew guide

What we offer

Insurance

Private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid prescription benefits may cover medications, depending on your plan.

Direct pay

Your Honeydew membership is paid separately and isn’t billed to insurance. It is HSA/FSA eligible.

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Insurance isn’t always the cheapest option. Our care team helps compare your copay with cash prices.

01 / Understanding your coverage

What can insurance pay for?

Honeydew can work with private insurance, including employer and Marketplace plans, as well as Medicare and Medicaid prescription benefits. Of course, your exact coverage depends on your plan and treatment.

How insurance applies to your Honeydew care
InsuranceHow you pay
Prescription
medications		 May be coveredUse eligible benefits
or a cash price
Eligible
lab work		 May be coveredSubject to your plan’s benefitsInsurance or
out of pocket
Honeydew
membership		 Not covered by insuranceDirect-pay membershipHSA/FSA eligible

Coverage isn’t guaranteed. Your medication, formulary, deductible, copay or coinsurance, and any required approvals affect what you pay.

Same insurer doesn’t always mean the same coverage. We help you understand your individual benefits once you have a treatment plan.

02 / Finding the better price

Have insurance?
Cash may still cost less.

Honeydew helps you compare insurance copays, cash pricing, and pharmacy discounts so you can always choose the most affordable option.

What is a cash price? It is simply the direct, out-of-pocket cost of a medication without using health insurance. Because insurance plans often charge fixed copays regardless of what a drug actually costs - or require you to pay full price until you meet a high deductible - Honeydew’s cash prices are frequently lower than an insurance copay, especially for common generic medications.

Same prescription. Two ways to pay.Illustrative example
Insurance copay$30Using your plan
Cash price$10Paying out of pocket$20 less for the same prescription

Example from our guide, not a medication quote. Your actual prices and savings will vary.

Sometimes insurance wins, and an eligible copay may cost as little as $0. Other times, paying cash saves you significantly. The right choice is whichever option gives you the better price.

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03 / A little help with the paperwork

We help with
insurance approvals, too.

For specialty treatments like Dupixent®, insurance can make a big difference. If your prescription needs approval, our care team helps move the process forward.

  • Prior authorization
  • Clinical documentation
  • Insurer follow-up
  • Pharmacy coordination
  • Appeals when appropriate
  • Savings program guidance
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On your terms.

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04 / Your Honeydew membership

One membership.
A team in your corner.

Your membership gives you ongoing dermatology care, paid directly to Honeydew. You don’t need insurance to join.

One place to manage your care & track progress
Find your treatment plan
HSA/FSA eligible

Out-of-network reimbursement may also be available, depending on your plan. Explore reimbursement options.

Membership isn’t billed to insurance. Prescriptions, lab work, and over-the-counter products cost extra.

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Paying for your membership

HSA/FSA & reimbursement

Your membership is paid directly to Honeydew. These benefits may help with the cost.

HSA/FSA eligible

Your Honeydew membership is eligible for reimbursement through a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA).

Out-of-network reimbursement

Depending on your plan, you may be able to request reimbursement from your insurer. Check your out-of-network benefits; reimbursement isn’t guaranteed.

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01

Tell us about your skin.

Share your concerns and connect with a dermatology provider.

02

Compare your options.

We help you navigate insurance and find affordable medication pricing.

03

Start your treatment.

Get a personalized plan, with ongoing support along the way.

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05 / Frequently asked questions

You ask.
We answer.

Still have questions? Talk to our team

Does Honeydew accept Medicare and Medicaid?

Yes, Medicare and Medicaid prescription benefits may cover medications prescribed through Honeydew, depending on the medication and your specific plan. We do not bill Medicare or Medicaid for the Honeydew membership.

Is the Honeydew membership covered by insurance?

Membership isn’t processed through insurance. It is HSA/FSA eligible, and you may be able to request out-of-network reimbursement from your insurer. That depends on your benefits and isn’t guaranteed.

Is using insurance always cheaper?

No. Honeydew’s cash prices or pharmacy discounts can cost less than your insurance copay. For other medications, insurance may be the better option. Our care team helps you compare.

What if my medication needs prior authorization?

Your insurer may ask for your diagnosis and treatments you’ve already tried, or require another treatment first (called step therapy). Our care team helps with the paperwork, clinical documentation, insurer follow-up, and pharmacy coordination. Your insurer makes the final coverage decision.

What if my medication isn’t covered or affordable?

If coverage is denied, your provider can help with an appeal when appropriate. For costly medications, our care team can also help you explore manufacturer savings or patient assistance programs.

Manufacturer copay programs may help eligible patients with commercial insurance. Medicare and Medicaid patients have different eligibility rules: for example, Dupixent’s copay card cannot be used for prescriptions paid by those programs. Separate patient assistance may be available, depending on your circumstances and the program’s requirements.

Can I use Honeydew without insurance?

Yes. You don’t need insurance to join. Your membership is direct-pay, and we help you find affordable medication options through cash pricing or pharmacy discounts.

With insurance. Without insurance. With you.

Your skin deserves good care.

We’ll help you find the treatment—and payment option—that works for you.

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