The Washington Post June 29, 2026 • 14:31

Medicare is about to cover GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Here’s what to know. - The Washington Post

By Christopher Rowland

Medicare is about to cover GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Here’s what to know. - The Washington Post

The Trump administration will launch its pilot program on Wednesday. It lasts 18 months, and estimated costs to taxpayers have not been disclosed.

Beginning Wednesday, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs for weight loss for the first time, with patients responsible for a $50-a-month co-payment that makes it far cheaper than cash prices without insu… [+5 chars]

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