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Medicare Covers GLP-1s for Obesity | Durham News
Medicare’s new Part D benefit is making GLP-1 drugs for obesity more accessible—with a $50 monthly co-pay—marking the first time obesity is officially recognized as a covered condition. But access requires doctor-initiated prior authorization and excludes those already using these meds for diabetes or heart disease. While doctors welcome the move, they stress lifestyle changes remain foundational and warn of potential side effects in older adults. The broader push toward preventative care, including nutrition counseling, could slash long-term costs and reshape how we treat chronic…
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