You may be eligible if you: Have a BMI over 30, or over 27 with weight-related health concerns Struggle with appetite control or weight loss despite lifestyle changes Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding Have not had bariatric surgery within the last 18 months Do not have a history of contraindicated conditions such as pancreatitis, medullary thyroid cancer, pancreatitis, or MEN syndrome, or certain kinds of endocrine cancers Are committed to monthly check-ins and physician-guided care *During your consultation, a medical provider will review your health history, lab work, and goals to determine your eligibility for GLP-1 treatment for weight loss
Online platforms such as Healthcare.pro can help connect patients with reliable medical guidance
The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program, set to launch July 1, is designed to expand access to a high-demand class of medications that have historically been financially out of reach for many seniors
For a full list of possible side effects, and other important safety information, please reference the Mayo Clinics list of Semaglutide side effects
Meanwhile, lower-income patients, people of color and those who are not tech-savvy may not be getting the help they need, Moore said