Medicare Pilot Lets Seniors Afford Weight Loss Drugs | Pittsburgh News

Starting July 1st, Medicare is launching a limited pilot program letting some beneficiaries access pricey weight-loss drugs like Zepbound and Wegovy for just a $50 monthly co-pay — a game-changer for seniors and people with disabilities who previously couldn’t afford them. But don’t get too comfortable: this temporary measure ends by 2027, since federal law currently bars Medicare from covering these meds. To qualify, you’ll need a high BMI or related health conditions, plus prior authorization approved within 72 hours — and even then, it’s not guaranteed to stick around after the pilot ends. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0455812985a40e78