About this episode

This episode discusses the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program and its implications for patients seeking affordable access to GLP-1 medications.

Can Medicare patients get GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound for $50 per month through the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program? In this episode, Zoe is joined by Dr. Matthew Weiner and Deidre, FNP, to break down what Medicare patients need to know about the CMS Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program. They explain who may qualify, why Medicare Part D coverage matters, and why the process is more complicated than simply getting a prescription. Deidre walks through the eligibility requirements, inc...

People in this episode

Host: Zoe

Guests: Matthew Weiner, Deidre

Topics covered

• Medicare
• GLP-1 medications
• Wegovy
• Zepbound
• healthcare access
• eligibility requirements

Keywords

• Medicare
• GLP-1
• Wegovy
• Zepbound
• healthcare
• eligibility
• prescription

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Medicare, CMS, Medicare Part D

Products: Wegovy, Zepbound

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