Framing the conversation around your health and well-being can help your doctor see the bigger picture
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Current Options vs
Real-World Clinical Practice Branded GLP-1 medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide) have defined BMI thresholds in their FDA labeling: BMI of 30 kg/m or higher, or BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or cardiovascular disease
Monthly medication costs: With insurance: as little as $0$25 Without insurance: Brand-name GLP-1s: ~$1,000 or more per month at full retail price Non-GLP-1s: ~$175$1000 Drug manufacturers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk often offer savings programs and discount cards on their own websites, so its worth asking your provider about these even if your insurance doesnt cover the medication
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