does blue shield cover glp-1 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is clarifying coverage of medications. GLP-1s prescribed for diabetes remain covered. For weight loss drugs like Wegovy, Zepbound and Saxenda, coverage will change in 2026, with exceptions available New Medicare GLP-1 Bridge appetite control Quantity:90 CT (3 Bottles)

does blue shield cover glp-1 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is clarifying coverage of medications. GLP-1s prescribed for diabetes remain covered. For weight loss drugs like Wegovy, Zepbound and Saxenda, coverage will change in 2026, with exceptions available New Medicare GLP-1 Bridge appetite control Quantity:90 CT (3 Bottles)

New Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program Launching July 1, 2026

Qsymia (phentermine and topiramate extended-release capsules), for oral use

appetite control

Quantity:90 CT (3 Bottles)

This is partially because advocates want the latest medications available to the Medicare population, but also because they believe private insurers might follow Medicare’s lead