Does Medicare cover weight-loss medication (Ozempic, Wegovy)?
Usually not for weight loss alone. By law, Medicare drug plans generally cannot cover drugs used only for weight loss — but the same drug may be covered when prescribed for an approved condition.
Reviewed by Brad S. · Licensed Florida Health Insurance Agent
Updated June 2026. Written and reviewed by a licensed agent at United Liberty Insurance Agency LLC to ensure accuracy. We cite official sources (HealthCare.gov, CMS, KFF) wherever possible.
What you need to know
- Federal law excludes Medicare Part D coverage of medications used for weight loss.
- If a GLP-1 drug is prescribed for an approved use — such as type 2 diabetes, or to reduce cardiovascular risk in certain patients — it may be covered under Part D.
- Coverage and cost depend entirely on your specific Part D or Medicare Advantage drug plan's formulary.
What this means for your wallet
Drug coverage is plan-specific and changes yearly. A licensed agent can check whether your exact medication is on a plan's formulary before you enroll.
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Source: CMS Medicare Coverage Database (National Coverage Determinations) and Medicare.gov. Coverage rules can change and may vary by situation; this page is educational and not a guarantee of coverage. For official determinations, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.