Understand the typical outcomes: GLP-1 medications can lead to significant weight loss, but not everyone will lose weight at the same rate or to the same extent
For example, a plan may place a drug on a pharmacy formulary with a tier-2 copay, whereas the same drug administered by infusion might require step therapy to a lower-cost alternative under medical policies (with even 20% coinsurance after deductible for the patient)
employer coverage and considerations surrounding glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs, which have historically been used to treat diabetes
While all GLP-1 medications effectively lower hemoglobin A1c and promote weight loss, they differ in dosing frequency, formulation, cardiovascular benefits, and side effect profiles
"The support staff was just fabulous, Phyllis said