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Medicare Opens a Limited Path to Weight-Loss Drugs, With Plenty of Fine Print
Key Takeaways
- CMS plans a temporary Medicare GLP-1 Bridge pilot from July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027.
- Eligible beneficiaries could access certain weight-loss GLP-1 medicines for about $50 a month.
- The program expands access but leaves open major questions about prior authorization and coverage after 2027.
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DT Editorial Team··via medicalxpress.com
