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Medicare’s Weight Loss Drug Breakthrough | Raleigh News
Medicare’s making a bold move into the weight-loss drug space, covering Wegovy and Zepbound for just $50 a month starting July 1st through a new temporary program called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge. But here’s the twist: that $50 doesn’t count toward your yearly out-of-pocket limit or deductible, leaving seniors—especially those on fixed incomes—spending money that doesn’t trigger Medicare’s safety net. Plus, extra help programs can’t cover the copay, meaning seniors pay more without gaining protection. Not everyone qualifies either: you need a specific BMI, certain health conditions like heart…
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