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Wednesday, October 28, 2026● Updated 6:15 AM ET
Medicare & Seniors

Reminder: Medicare's $50 weight-loss drug program ends Dec. 31

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The temporary Medicare GLP-1 Bridge lets eligible Part D enrollees get Wegovy or Zepbound for a $50 copay through the end of 2026. Continued coverage in 2027 depends on having a Part D plan that joins the voluntary BALANCE model, and not every plan will. If you use the program, ask any plan you're considering whether it participates before Dec. 7.

Source: KFF

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