Obesity Medication Coverage in Medicare: Support for Dual Eligibles
This bill aims to expand Medicare Part D coverage to include weight loss medications for individuals enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid. This means that people with limited financial resources who suffer from obesity may gain access to previously unaffordable medications, potentially improving their health and reducing future healthcare costs.
Key points
Medicare Part D will cover weight loss medications for individuals with obesity or who are overweight, provided they are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
The change seeks to lower obesity treatment costs for those most in need, potentially leading to better health outcomes and reduced overall healthcare spending.
Medications must be approved for long-term weight reduction by relevant federal agencies.
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