{"id":632350,"date":"2025-05-23T19:56:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T23:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=632350"},"modified":"2025-05-23T19:56:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T23:56:35","slug":"is-contrave-covered-by-blue-cross-blue-shield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/is-contrave-covered-by-blue-cross-blue-shield\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Contrave?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2024, 55% of Americans said they would like to lose weight, according to a Gallup survey. In recent years, many people have been turning to weight-loss medications like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/contrave\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrave<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (naltrexone\/bupropion) to help. Contrave has been proven to help increase dopamine and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/contrave-weight-loss\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reduce appetite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, leading to decreased body weight for many people. But those benefits come at a cost, which might leave you wondering if insurance will cover it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) health insurance, it might cover Contrave, but it all depends on the plan and your specific medical condition. Read on for details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-blue-cross-blue-shield-cover-contrave\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Contrave?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, yes. Sometimes, no. Here\u2019s why: The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association is actually a collection of 33 independent companies and licensees, each providing service to different states. Each of these companies has its own health plans and policies, which means there are many different BCBS plans out there, and the prescription drug coverage criteria can vary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some plans may cover weight management medications like Contrave, but others might not. Here are a few of the factors that may determine your plan\u2019s coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"medical-condition\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Condition<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some BCBS plans might have requirements you need to meet before receiving coverage for Contrave. For example,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/fda-approves-weight-loss-drug-contrave-201409127431\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrave is FDA-approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30+, or a BMI of 27+ with at least one weight-related health condition like high blood pressure (hypertension), Type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol. Often, insurance plans will only issue coverage for people who meet these requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"formulary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formulary<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a drug list that shows<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthaffairs.org\/content\/briefs\/formularies\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how the plan classifies and covers different drugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Most plans will sort medications into various tiers, with generics occupying the lowest tier, then preferred brands, then non-preferred brands, and specialty drugs on the higher tiers. Typically, the lower tiers receive better coverage, and the highest tiers receive much less, or none at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some plans will list Contrave as a non-preferred brand, while others might prefer it to expensive GLP-1 drugs like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/wegovy\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wegovy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/saxenda\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saxenda<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The only way to know for sure is to check your plan\u2019s formulary. Even then, some copays, deductibles, or co-insurance might apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even when a plan doesn\u2019t cover brand-name Contrave, it might cover generic naltrexone and bupropion individually. Neither of these is a suitable substitute for Contrave by itself, but some healthcare providers may prescribe them together. You just have to be careful to follow their dosage instructions and follow up with your healthcare provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Note:<\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncoa.org\/article\/obesity-treatment-and-medicare-a-guide-to-understanding-coverage\/\"> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicare does not cover any weight-loss drugs<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so you likely won&#8217;t receive coverage if you have a BCBS Medicare plan.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"prior-authorization\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prior Authorization<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For certain brand-name drugs (particularly expensive ones), insurance companies will want to confirm that they are medically necessary before providing coverage. This is called<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prior-authorization\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prior authorization<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Not every plan requires prior authorization, but if so, it will be listed on the formulary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-get-approved-for-contrave\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get approved for Contrave<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in getting approved for Contrave is visiting your healthcare provider. They will likely perform a physical exam, ask you some questions about your lifestyle habits, and record your height and weight to determine your BMI. Tell your healthcare provider you are interested in trying Contrave, and they will let you know whether they think it\u2019s a good option for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your BCBS plan requires prior authorization, the healthcare provider may also need to submit additional paperwork, such as documentation of specific symptoms, conditions, side effects to other drugs, or even notes on prior weight management programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, BCBS requires a process called step therapy. This is when you need to attempt a diet and exercise plan for a certain amount of time first, or other, less expensive drugs, before moving on to Contrave.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThat said, it\u2019s crucial to recognize who should not take this medication,\u201d says<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.invigormedical.com\/contributors\/logan-galbraith-md\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqCNcF1pO-Yu790lKNoyphDT_oMAl_rAIIVVrkGHPnI3--hfsAm\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Logan G. Galbraith, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a physician at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.invigormedical.com\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invigor Medical<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cContrave should not be used by individuals who are currently taking opioids or have a history of opioid dependence, as it can trigger withdrawal symptoms, which can be severe and may require hospitalization.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/contrave\/dosage\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrave may interact with<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), opioids, other weight loss drugs, some seizure medications, some diabetes medications, and other medicines. That\u2019s why \u201cif someone is considering Contrave, it\u2019s essential they consult with their healthcare provider to review their current medications and medical history, since the biggest risk would be a bad interaction,\u201d Dr. Galbraith says.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-contrave-cost\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much does Contrave cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like many prescription drugs, Contrave can be pricey<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/contrave-without-insurance\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for people paying entirely out of pocket<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It may cost around $843 for 120 8-90 mg extended-release tablets\u2014around a 30-day supply. Over an entire year, that can add up to more than $10,000. Fortunately, many people receive assistance from insurance or other sources to help pay for it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/contrave.com\/save_card\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrave\u2019s website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the lowest people might pay for the drug with insurance coverage is around a $20 copay per month. But again, this depends on the plan. If your plan classifies Contrave as a non-preferred drug, you might have to pay more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-check-whether-your-blue-cross-blue-shield-plan-covers-contrave\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to check whether your Blue Cross Blue Shield plan covers Contrave\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s all about finding your formulary, which are typically available online. Go to the website for your specific independent licensee of BCBS, and you will likely find a \u201cResources\u201d tab where you can view or download the formularies for each plan. Some websites even have a medication lookup feature where you can select your plan and search for Contrave, and it will give you the coverage details.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also find information about your drug list by logging into your member portal. There is also a toll-free number on your member ID card to reach a member support representative who can provide details about your coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-save-on-contrave\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to save on Contrave<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have health insurance, or your plan doesn\u2019t cover Contrave, don\u2019t panic. There are other<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/save-on-weight-loss-medication\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ways to save on Contrave<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and avoid paying the full out-of-pocket cost. For example, SingleCare offers free coupons that can reduce the cost of Contrave from $843 to as low as $614. Annually, those savings can add up to over $2,700. All you have to do is sign up, then present your SingleCare card at a participating pharmacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, Contrave\u2019s manufacturer offers a savings card and a patient assistance program (CurAccess) that can help decrease costs, with or without insurance. And you can always ask your healthcare provider if they know of any other savings or financial resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifestyle changes can also help you lose weight more effectively while taking Contrave, so you might not need to take it as long. \u201cWe know that behavior modification remains one of the most effective approaches to weight loss, especially since there\u2019s no \u2018magic\u2019 fat burner currently on the market,\u201d Dr. Galbraith says.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Either way, talk to your healthcare provider. They can help you find savings and develop a personalized weight-loss plan.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2024, 55% of Americans said they would like to lose weight, according to a Gallup survey. In recent years, many people have been turning to weight-loss medications like Contrave (naltrexone\/bupropion) to help. 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