Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

Excellus Clarifies GLP-1 Coverage: Diabetes Still Covered; Weight-Loss Plans Narrow in 2026

September 26, 2025

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield says GLP-1 drugs for diabetes will remain on formulary, countering reports of a blanket halt. Effective January 1, 2026, three GLP-1s for weight loss—Wegovy, Zepbound, and Saxenda—will be removed from covered lists for certain plans, though members can seek exceptions if prescribers verify criteria. The insurer cites Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee review […]

WellNow Urgent Care Working With Excellus BCBS Again Starting Friday

November 12, 2024

After 10 and a half months, WellNow Urgent Care will soon resume accepting Excellus BlueCross BlueShield insurance. WellNow stopped accepting BlueCross BlueShield Jan. 1 after the two sides failed to reach an agreement on reimbursement rates. According to a statement issued Monday by both companies, a new agree will take effect Friday. “Excellus BlueCross BlueShield […]

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