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Legislation for Medicare Coverage of Weight Loss Drugs

Lawmakers are considering a proposal to allow Medicare to cover weight loss medications, aiming to prevent individuals from losing coverage when transitioning to Medicare. The revised bill targets seniors with obesity specifically, unlike the prior bill that had a larger patient population eligibility. The bill's focus on a narrower group also raises questions about the inclusion of behavioral intensive therapy, shifting the approach to preventive treatment.