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Insurance Coverage

How major insurers cover hormonal therapies

6 insurer overview pages. HRT, GLP-1, PCOS, thyroid coverage + prior authorization process per plan.

Blue Cross Blue Shield

BCBS plans vary by state. Most commercial plans cover HRT with standard copay. GLP-1 requires PA + documented obesity/diabetes diagnosis.

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Aetna

Aetna covers HRT broadly. GLP-1 for weight requires PA + BMI ≥30 (or ≥27 + comorbidity).

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Cigna

Cigna requires PA for most GLP-1 for weight. Spironolactone covered. Inositol typically not covered (supplement).

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UnitedHealthcare

UHC covers branded HRT. Compounded estradiol coverage varies by plan tier. GLP-1 PA with step therapy.

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Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser typically uses in-house formulary. GLP-1 + HRT often available during in-network providers with no PA.

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Humana

Humana Medicare Advantage plans don't cover GLP-1 for weight (Medicare statutory exclusion). Commercial plans require PA.

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