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flag Starting in 2026, Medicare will cover weight-loss drugs for seniors and disabled people with obesity-related health issues.

flag Starting in 2026, Medicare will cover FDA-approved weight-loss drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide for beneficiaries with a BMI of 27 or higher and related health conditions, marking a major shift in federal coverage of obesity as a chronic disease. flag The change, driven by years of advocacy, aims to improve access for millions of older and disabled Americans who previously faced high costs. flag Final rules are expected in early 2025, with implementation set for January 2026.

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