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To analyze the trends in GLP-1 prescriptions based on whether insurance plans cover these medications for weight loss.

June 28, 2026Open Access

GLP-1 Prescriptions for Weight Loss by Differences in Insurance Plan Coverage

To analyze the trends in GLP-1 prescriptions based on whether insurance plans cover these medications for weight loss.
Cross-sectional study design
Comparison of GLP-1 prescriptions between plans that cover and do not cover GLP-1s
Analysis of prescription trends over time
Increased GLP-1 prescriptions correlate with insurance coverage for weight loss
Lower prescription rates observed in plans without GLP-1 coverage
Variations in prescriptions highlight the impact of insurance on medication access for weight loss

This cross-sectional study reports trends in glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) prescriptions for plans that do and do not cover GLP-1s for weight loss.

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