Does Colorado Medicaid cover Ozempic?

Quick answer · Type 2 Diabetes

Colorado Medicaid covers Ozempic for type 2 diabetes with prior authorization on Medicaid.

The card and program names below are mapped to Colorado Medicaid in our records. Coverage depends on the reason for treatment and the requirements in the policy.

Policy last verified June 4, 2026. Policy effective March 1, 2023. Source: 04-01-26%20PDL%20V1.pdf. How we verify this data.

Card and program names on file in Colorado

Select a name to read the Colorado Medicaid policy for Ozempic. These are names we recognize, including older names and spelling variants; this is not a list of plans currently accepting members.

Don't see your card name? Check your card or call the pharmacy-benefit number on your card. If you also have Medicare, confirm which plan handles this prescription.

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes

Medicaid

Covered (preferred drug)

What you need to qualify

  • Diagnosis documented with a code

Policy note: Preferred GLP-1; approved for members with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. PA required (preferred products must meet eligibility criteria).

Policy effective March 1, 2023 · verified June 4, 2026 · source: 04-01-26%20PDL%20V1.pdf

Full Colorado Medicaid coverage page for Ozempic

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This page summarizes written Medicaid policies on file. It is not a guarantee of coverage or medical advice. Confirm your current benefits and prior-authorization requirements with your plan.