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All health insurance plans are different when it comes to weight-management medications, so it helps to see if your plan covers Wegovy ® and get your estimated cost. Find out in minutes using our online resource. You’ll also find out if you can save on Wegovy ® and more.
Wegovy, a new obesity drug, works wonders, but patients struggle for insurance coverage.
Coverage for weight-loss medications such as Wegovy (semaglutide) or Zepbound (tirzepatide) varies by insurance plan. Many insurance providers may not cover prescription medications used strictly for weight loss.
Health insurance may cover drugs used for weight loss such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound if they’re prescribed for another medical condition, such as diabetes, but not if they’re being used specifically for weight loss.
Even though obesity is associated with a number of health risks, insurance companies often don’t cover the cost of weight loss medications, which can exceed $1,000 for a month’s supply.
Some patients have been successful on powerful new drugs for weight loss, but then they lose access to them because insurance won’t cover them.
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy aren't cheap, and insurance companies often don't cover the cost. What to know about the future of coverage.