Saxenda covered by blue cross blue shield

Find drugs (Formulary)

Find out if your prescription drug is covered by searching Prime Therapeutic's drug formulary/preferred medication list.

Members – Benefits are subject to your specific plan. To get the best results, specific to your coverage, log in to your BlueAccess® account and click on Rx Drugs. If you do not have a BlueAccess account, sign up today.

Shoppers – If you are not currently covered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), and are shopping either through HealthCare.gov or through the BCBSKS website for an individual or family plan, you will need to select the 2022 BCBSKS BlueCare/EPO Medication List.

*Clicking on the wrong medication list could give you inaccurate information based on your coverage. It is important that you check your coverage before searching to see if a specific drug is covered on your plan.

  • BCBSKS Select Medication List (offsite link)
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  • 2022 BCBSKS BlueCare/EPO Medication List (offsite link)
  • BCBSKS ResultsRx Medication List (offsite link)

Helping you understand your prescription costs

The formulary is a list of our covered prescription drugs, including generic, brand name and specialty drugs.

See how we help keep your out-of-pocket costs low for the medications you and your family need.

Tier 1 Preferred Generic Drugs

Typically the most affordable drug type, and are equal to their brand name counterparts in quality, performance characteristics and intended use.

Tier 2 Preferred Brand Name Drugs Preferred Generic Specialty Drugs Preferred Brand Name Specialty Drugs

Preferred brand name: Proven to be safe, effective, and favorably priced compared to Non-preferred brands.

Specialty: Used to treat complex health conditions. Proven to be safe, effective, and favorably priced compared to Non-preferred specialty drugs.

Tier 1: Generic Drugs


Typically the most affordable drug type, and are equal to their brand name counterparts in quality, performance characteristics and intended use.

Tier 2: Preferred Brand Name Drugs

Proven to be safe, effective, and favorably priced compared to Non-preferred brands. Cheaper than Non-preferred brands but more expensive than generics.

Tier 3: Non-preferred Brand Name Drugs

Proven to be safe and effective. Typically have a higher cost because these drugs have either a generic or Preferred brand available.

Tier 4: Preferred Specialty Drugs

Used to treat complex health conditions. Proven to be safe, effective, and favorably priced compared to Non-preferred specialty drugs.

Tier 5: Non-preferred Specialty Drugs

Typically have a higher cost because these drugs have a Preferred specialty available.

  • 2023 Benefits
  • 2022 Benefits

FEP Blue FocusBasic OptionStandard Option
Preferred Retail Pharmacy Tier 1 (Generics): $5 copay; $15 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): 40% of our allowance ($350 max) for up to a 30-day supply; $1,050 maximum for 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 1 (Generics): $15 copay up to a 30-day supply; $40 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): $60 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $180 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): 60% of our allowance ($90 minimum) for up to a 30-day supply; $250 minimum for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $85 copay
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $110 copay

Tier 4 and 5 specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply; only one fill allowed. All refills must be obtained from the Specialty Drug Pharmacy Program.

Tier 1 (Generics): $7.50 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $22.50 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): 30% of our allowance
Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): 50% of our allowance
Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): 30% of our allowance
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): 30% of our allowance

Tier 4 and 5 specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply; only one fill allowed. All refills must be obtained from the Specialty Drug Pharmacy Program.

Mail Service Pharmacy

Not a benefit   

Available to members with Medicare Part B primary only. Visit the Medicare page for more information. Tier 1 (Generics): $15 copay 
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): $90 copay 
Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): $125 copay

Covers a 22 to 90-day supply. Nothing for the first 4 prescription fills or refills when you switch from certain brand name drugs to specific generic drugs.

Specialty Pharmacy

Tier 2 (Preferred generic specialty, and Preferred brand specialty): 40% of our allowance ($350 maximum)

Specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply.

Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $85 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $235 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $110 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $300 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

90-day supply may only be obtained after third fill.

Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $65 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $185 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply 
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $85 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $240 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

90-day supply may only be obtained after third fill.

This is a summary of the features of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan. Before making a final decision, please read the Plan’s Federal brochures (Standard Option and Basic Option: RI 71-005; FEP Blue Focus: 71-017). All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations, and exclusions set forth in the federal brochure.

FEP Blue FocusBasic OptionStandard Option
Preferred Retail Pharmacy

Tier 1 (Generics): $5 copay; $15 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

Tier 2 (Preferred brand): 40% of our allowance ($350 max) for up to a 30-day supply; $1,050 maximum for 31 to 90-day supply

Tier 1 (Generics): $10 copay up to a 30-day supply; $30 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): $55 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $165 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): 60% of our allowance ($75 minimum) for up to a 30-day supply; $210 minimum for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $85 copay
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $110 copay

Tier 4 and 5 specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply; only one fill allowed. All refills must be obtained from the Specialty Drug Pharmacy Program.

Tier 1 (Generics): $7.50 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $22.50 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

Tier 2 (Preferred brand):30%of our allowance

Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): 50% of our allowance

Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): 30%of our allowance

Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty):30%of our allowance

Tier 4 and 5 specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply; only one fill allowed. All refills must be obtained from the Specialty Drug Pharmacy Program.

Mail Service Pharmacy

Not a benefit

Available to members with Medicare Part B primary only. Visit the Medicare page for more information.

Tier 1 (Generics): $15 copay 
Tier 2 (Preferred brand): $90 copay 
Tier 3 (Non-preferred brand): $125 copay

Covers a 22 to 90-day supply. Nothing for the first 4 prescription fills or refills when you switch from certain brand name drugs to specific generic drugs. 

Specialty Pharmacy

Tier 2 (Preferred generic specialty, and Preferred brand specialty): 40% of our allowance ($350 maximum)

Specialty drugs are limited to a 30-day supply.

Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $85 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $235 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $110 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $300 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

90-day supply may only be obtained after third fill.

Tier 4 (Preferred specialty): $65 copay for up to a 30-day supply; $185 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply 
Tier 5 (Non-preferred specialty): $85 
copay for up to a 30-day supply; $240 copay for a 31 to 90-day supply

90-day supply may only be obtained after third fill.

This is a summary of the features of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan. Before making a final decision, please read the Plan’s federal brochures (RI 71-005 and RI 71-017). All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations, and exclusions set forth in the federal brochure.

Some prescription drugs and supplies need prior approval

To give prior approval, we need to confirm two things: that you’re using the drug to treat something we cover and that your health care provider prescribes it in a medically appropriate way. Your health care provider can request prior approval electronically, by fax or by mail. The full list of drugs that need to be approved, prior approval forms and additional information can be downloaded here.

Covered equivalents for drugs not on our formulary

Our three plan options have certain drugs that are not covered on their formularies. Each non-covered drug has safe and effective, alternative covered drug options. You can see the list of what’s not covered and available alternative options for Standard Option and Basic Option. FEP Blue Focus members can apply for coverage of a drug not covered on their formulary with the Non-Formulary Exception Process (NFE) form.

How do I get free Saxenda?

Ask the prescriber about patient assistance. For high-priced, long-term medications like Saxenda, often the best option is to take advantage of a manufacturer's patient assistance program. People who meet the eligibility requirements could receive their entire prescription for free from Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer.

What tier is Saxenda?

Saxenda is covered on the OptumRx Select and Premium Formularies at Tier 3 with Prior Authorization. Medications may move to a lower tier throughout the year, helping members take immediate advantage of cost savings.

How much is Saxenda at Walgreens?

Although liraglutide also treats Type 2 diabetes under a different brand name, Saxenda is used to promote weight loss in certain patients. ... Average 12 Month Prices for Saxenda..

Is Saxenda available on the medical card?

Saxenda® is currently been assessed under the national processes for pricing and reimbursement and therefore is not available under any of the Community Drugs Schemes including Discretionary Hardship Arrangements until that process is completed with a positive decision by the HSE.