Cheap Zepbound Incoming for Medicare,  But CMS Just Issued a Catch

Cheap Zepbound Incoming for Medicare, But CMS Just Issued a Catch

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On this episode of the podcast, host Dave Knapp breaks down the latest updates on potential GLP-1 receptor agonists coverage for people on Medicare living with obesity. With new guidance released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the episode explains how two upcoming federal programs—the Bridge Program (2026) and the Balance Model (2027)—could expand access to medications like Zepbound and Wegovy.

Listeners will learn who may qualify, how the proposed $50 monthly cost could work during the temporary Bridge Program, and why coverage could change once insurance plans become involved in 2027. The episode also outlines the role of the proposed Treat and Reduce Obesity Act and why long-term Medicare coverage still depends on congressional action.

If you or a loved one are on Medicare and curious about access to GLP-1 medications for obesity treatment, this episode explains the key timelines, eligibility criteria, and practical steps patients should take with their doctors.

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