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Medicare prescriptions for Wegovy jumped after approval for heart disease

Medicare prescriptions for Wegovy jumped after approval for heart disease

New research shows a jump in Wegovy prescriptions as Medicare Part D plans cover the drug for cardiovascular risk reduction, though weight-loss-only use remains prohibited.

Health ·9 Jul 2026, 20:04 ·Sara Lindqvist 4 min read