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Medicare will start covering weight-loss drugs on July 1 for the first time. Here’s what you need to know
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk CNN Newsource , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This change is set to take effect on July 1 as part of a temporary pilot program.
Medicare coverage is expanding to include weight-loss drugs for the first time. This change is set to take effect on July 1 as part of a temporary pilot program. The program aims to provide coverage for millions of Medicare enrollees who may benefit from weight-loss medications.
A resident from rural Washington is among those interested in this new coverage. Further details about the program, including eligibility and specifics, are available from the source. Local Medicare enrollees in El Paso can refer to the original report for more information on what to expect from this new coverage.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Medicare coverage is expanding to include weight-loss drugs for the first time. This change is set to take effect on July 1 as part of a temporary pilot program. The program aims to provide coverage…
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