Weight
Programs and resources to help you manage your weight and understand how it impacts your health.
Understanding GLP-1 coverage
There's a lot to consider when exploring a GLP-1 medication for weight loss. Here's what you need to know about coverage, eligibility, costs and how to get started.
Which medications are covered?
Coverage for GLP-1 weight loss medications depends on your FEP plan. Certain medications, including Wegovy, Saxenda and generic liraglutide injections, may be covered with Prior Authorization.
Check the formulary for your plan to see which medications are covered.
Am I eligible?
GLP-1 weight loss medication coverage is available to members who meet the following criteria and receive Prior Authorization:
- BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition, such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure
- Participation in a comprehensive weight management program, such as the Weight Management Program by Teladoc Health®
- No other GLP-1 or weight loss medication requiring Prior Authorization being taken at the same time
How does Prior Authorization work?
Prior Authorization (PA) means your plan must approve the medication before you fill your prescription.
Here’s how to get started:
1. Talk with your provider.
Your provider submits a PA request electronically or using the applicable form.
2. Check your PA status.
Sign in to MyBlue® and go to Manage My Prescriptions to check the status of your request.
3. Fill your prescription.
If the PA is approved, you can fill your prescription. Note, the member would be able to check the cost prior to the approval through the Prescription Drug Cost Tool.
How much does it cost?
What you pay depends on your medication, FEP plan and where you fill your prescription.
Not an FEP member?
Use the Prescription Drug Cost Tool to compare medication costs across our plans.
Already an FEP member?
Sign in to MyBlue® and use the Prescription Drug Cost Tool to see costs based on your plan.
Get a digital scale and weight management support
With the Weight Management Program by Teladoc Health, eligible members* get a digital scale and personalized support for no out-of-pocket cost. The app includes live coaching, nutrition and exercise tips and food tracking with dietitian feedback.
Sign in to the Teladoc Health App or create a new account to get started.
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*This program is available to all members 13 and older. To participate, you must have a pediatric pharmacy or medical claim in the 85th percentile or higher within the last three years or an adult pharmacy or medical claim with a BMI of 25 or higher within the last three years. Members living overseas must have a valid APO, DPO or FPO address. You do not have to have diabetes to participate.
Helping you eat right and stay active
An estimated two in five¹ American adults live with obesity. That’s why we’re here with the tools, coverage and support to help you eat healthy, stay active and live your healthiest life.
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Understand Your Weight
Managing your weight is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, along with proper nutrition, physical activity and optimal sleep.
Your BMI compares your weight in relation to your height to determine if it’s within a healthy range. This number helps doctors screen for potential weight-related health risks, track changes over time and tailor personalized nutrition and exercise plans.
- Underweight: BMI less than 18.5
- Healthy weight: BMI 18.5 to 25
- Overweight: BMI 25 to 30
- Obese: BMI 30 or higher
Health Risks
Despite being so common in the U.S., having a BMI of 30 or higher poses some serious health risks that take a toll on your whole body.
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Heart attack
- Fatty liver disease
- Cancer
- Less stress on your joints & organs
- Easier breathing
- Better sleep
- More energy
Manage Your Weight
If your BMI is 30 or higher, losing just 3% to 5% of your total weight is enough to start to see positive health changes.
- Eat a balanced diet that includes fruits & vegetables, whole grains, fiber, healthy fats, smaller portions and no sugary drinks
- Aim to stop eating when you feel full instead of cleaning your plate each time
- Practice mindful eating compared to eating in front of a TV or while on a phone
- Talk to your doctor about an exercise routine that makes sense for your health
- At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week is recommended
- Your doctor may start you with a more simple routine like taking walks once a day
- Instead of being critical about your weight, encourage any healthy behaviors and the things you are doing right
Helpful Programs
These programs can help you manage your weight.
Wellness Incentive Program
Get a personalized action plan and track progress toward your health goals. Eligible FEP Blue Standard® and FEP Blue Basic® members* can earn up to $170 after completing their Blue Health Assessment and three goals with Daily Habits.
FEP Blue Focus® members can get rewarded for having their annual physical every year. Choose from several rewards like a four-month gym membership, a personalized nutrition plan and more.
Get access to handpicked deals on your favorite national health and wellness brands. Save on everything from gym memberships to exercise apparel and family care to nutrition.
Connect with a registered dietician who can evaluate your nutritional needs and help you develop personalized meal plans—all from your phone or computer. These virtual visits are covered in full for all Service Benefit Plan members.
*You must be the contract holder or spouse, 18 or older, and enrolled in FEP Blue Standard or FEP Blue Basic to earn incentive rewards.
Enjoy low-cost gym memberships nationwide
With Blue365®, you can achieve your personal fitness goals on your budget. Pay a discounted membership rate at thousands of participating fitness locations across the U.S.
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Surgical treatment of morbid obesity
FEP also covers procedures to treat morbid obesity. For members 18 and over with a BMI of 40 or higher or a BMI of 35 or higher with one or more comorbidities, benefits are available for the following procedures:
- Roux-en-Y
- Gastric bypass
- Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Biliopancreatic bypass with duodenal switch
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¹U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2017–March 2020 pre-pandemic data files development of files and prevalence estimates for selected health outcomes. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nhsr/nhsr158-508.pdf (accessed July 2026).