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Medicare Obesity Drug Coverage Expansion

Updated 2026-06-28 12:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Starting July 1, Medicare will cover obesity drugs for seniors. However, many beneficiaries may not be aware of this change due to limited government and pharmaceutical company advertising.

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Seniors in Medicare are about to get landmark obesity drug coverage — but many may not know it yet

Many seniors may be unaware of the landmark coverage shift starting on July 1, with limited advertising seen from the government or Eli Lilly and Novo.

2026-06-28 12:00 UTC