Does GEHA cover Zepbound?
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For the 2026 plan year, Zepbound is non-formulary on every GEHA plan and is covered only with an approved formulary exception through CVS Caremark. Your provider could start the exception process before the January 1, 2026 change.
What GEHA specifically requires
Sources: GEHA: pharmacy coverage for weight loss GLP-1 medications (Dec 2025); Massachusetts GIC: CVS Caremark removes Zepbound from its formulary (Jun 10, 2025)
About GEHA coverage
- For the 2026 plan year, Zepbound is non-formulary on all GEHA plans and is covered only with an approved formulary exception. GEHA: pharmacy coverage for weight loss GLP-1 medications, Dec 2025
- Starting January 1, 2026, Wegovy and Saxenda became non-preferred on the High, Standard, HDHP and Elevate Plus plans, which can raise out-of-pocket cost; they remain preferred on Elevate. GEHA: pharmacy coverage for weight loss GLP-1 medications, Dec 2025
- Generic liraglutide is covered with prior authorization on all GEHA plans in 2026. GEHA: pharmacy coverage for weight loss GLP-1 medications, Dec 2025
Where to get Zepbound
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Does GEHA cover Zepbound?+
For the 2026 plan year, Zepbound is non-formulary on every GEHA plan and is covered only with an approved formulary exception through CVS Caremark. Your provider could start the exception process before the January 1, 2026 change.
Does GEHA require prior authorization for Zepbound?+
Yes. GEHA requires prior authorization for Zepbound. Your prescriber submits the request with the documentation listed in the GEHA criteria on this page.