HCPCS code C9779 was established based on a New Technology application that was submitted to CMS for New Technology consideration under the OPPS
New England regional context: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ended weight-loss GLP-1 coverage effective January 1, 2026 a signal of regional cost pressure that members should weigh when verifying their own Harvard Pilgrim coverage
Eat smaller, blander meals (like crackers, toast, or rice) and avoid spicy or greasy foods until the feeling passes
High-Potency L-CarnitineDelivers 1000 mg of L-carnitine per serving to help transport fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production
Circulation 133 , 698705 (2016)
Among the largest employers (with at least 5,000 workers), 43% now cover GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, up from 28% last year