There are signs they could treat addiction and even Alzheimers, too
(Pharmacogenomics) The heritability of GLP-1 release is around 50%.[ref] Thus, while there is a fairly important genetic component, diet is also really important
Key criteria from Cigna's GLP-1 Coverage Policy: [5] BMI (body mass index) 30 (or 27 with hypertension, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease) 3 months documented lifestyle efforts (diet and exercise in your medical record) No concurrent GLP-1 use can't take Wegovy with Ozempic or other GLP-1 medications Renewal: Must lose 5% of starting weight to continue coverage Cigna Decision Timelines For medical services (not prescriptions), standard reviews take 5-7 business days
But, but I do think the question that you're raising is one of the most important questions
In CMSs words, beneficiaries with those diagnoses are ineligible to receive them through the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, even if they otherwise meet the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge clinical criteria. The distinction that catches people: pre-diabetes still qualifies you for the Bridge, but type 2 diabetes routes you to standard Part D
