Medicare's new $50 weight-loss drug program

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Medicare will start covering obesity drugs for the first time. Here's what patients should know
Starting Wednesday, eligible seniors with Medicare coverage can access GLP-1s for obesity with a copay of just $50 per month through a temporary program called Bridge.

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Medicare will start covering weight-loss drugs on July 1 for the first time. Here’s what you need to know
Explainer-Who qualifies for Medicare's new $50 weight-loss drug program and what are the concerns?
Today’s News: A New Era for GLP-1s, Student Loans – and Trump’s Trade Deal?
Beginning today, millions of American seniors will get access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs through Medicare for the first time, while sweeping student loan changes taking effect today will force million...

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Medicare's new $50 weight-loss drug program: Who qualifies and what are the concerns?
What older adults need to know before taking a GLP-1 medication to lose weight
Getting Wegovy Or Zepbound Through Medicare? Here's What Patients Need To Know Before Coverage Rolls Out Wednesday
"I do think we’re all going to have to be a little bit patient, because there is probably going to be a bit of a strain on clinics and pharmacies for the next couple of months," Carolynn Francavilla B...

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Pilot program to provide cheaper GLP-1 via Medicare stokes shortage fears
Nearly 4M Medicare beneficiaries could access GLP-1s for weight loss under new program: analysis
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Medicare Drug Coverage Is Often Inadequate—Here’s Why

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