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Most plans require specific BMI thresholds, documented obesity-related conditions, prior lifestyle treatment attempts, and detailed clinical justification before covering medications, especially newer GLP-1 therapies

Medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, Mounjaro, and Zepbound mimic or enhance this hormone's effects

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Medicare Part D coverage: Not commonly covered due to Medicare exclusions on weight loss medications