A new Medicare program opened the door to obesity treatment — keep it open
Summary
Since July 1, 2026, over 600,000 people on Medicare have joined the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program. This program helps seniors get access to medicines that treat obesity.Key Facts
- The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program started on July 1, 2026.
- More than 600,000 Medicare beneficiaries have enrolled in the program.
- The program offers expanded access to obesity medications for eligible seniors.
- Medicare is the U.S. health insurance program mostly for people aged 65 and older.
- Obesity medications in this program include drugs that help with weight loss.
- The program aims to improve health outcomes for seniors dealing with obesity.
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