{"id":630329,"date":"2024-08-09T15:29:07","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T12:29:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/"},"modified":"2024-08-09T15:29:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-09T12:29:07","slug":"does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/","title":{"rendered":"#Does Medicare cover Ozempic? Yes \u2014 but it depends on your Rx"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a37a701241d0\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a37a701241d0\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#How_Medicare_pays_for_Ozempic\" >How Medicare pays for Ozempic<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Does_Medicare_Advantage_Part_C_pay_for_Ozempic\" >Does Medicare Advantage (Part C) pay for Ozempic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#%F0%9F%94%8DHow_much_does_Medicare_spend_on_Ozempic\" >\ud83d\udd0dHow much does Medicare spend on Ozempic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Does_Medicare_cover_diabetes_testing_supplies\" >Does Medicare cover diabetes testing supplies?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Does_Medicare_cover_diabetes_self-management_training\" >Does Medicare cover diabetes self-management training?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#How_to_confirm_your_Medicare_coverage\" >How to confirm your Medicare coverage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#The_costs_for_Ozempic\" >The costs for Ozempic<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Ways_to_lower_the_cost_of_Ozempic\" >Ways to lower the cost of Ozempic<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#How_to_borrow_money_to_pay_for_Ozempic\" >How to borrow money to pay for Ozempic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#FAQs_Medicare_drug_coverage_and_your_medical_options\" >FAQs: Medicare, drug coverage and your medical options<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#What_is_the_Medicare_%E2%80%9Cdonut_hole%E2%80%9D\" >What is the Medicare \u201cdonut hole\u201d?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Will_Medicare_pay_for_Wegovy_for_weight_loss\" >Will Medicare pay for Wegovy for weight loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#What_weight_loss_drugs_does_Medicare_cover\" >What weight loss drugs does Medicare cover?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/does-medicare-cover-ozempic-yes-but-it-depends-on-your-rx\/#About_the_writer\" >About the writer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>Over 38 million Americans have diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and more than 90% of these cases are Type 2 diabetes. Managing Type 2 diabetes requires you to monitor your blood sugar levels, carefully plan meals, get regular exercise \u2014 and, often, take multiple medications.<\/p>\n<p>Many people are turning to newer medications like Ozempic to manage their Type 2 diabetes more effectively. Others are also turning to it as a weight loss drug.<\/p>\n<p>But does Medicare cover Ozempic? Yes, though it depends on how it&#8217;s prescribed and how you intend to use it. Here\u2019s a look at how Medicare covers Ozempic as a treatment for diabetes, including what you could end up paying out of pocket.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"how-medicare-pays-for-ozempic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Medicare_pays_for_Ozempic\"><\/span>How Medicare pays for Ozempic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Medicare Part D \u2014 Medicare\u2019s pre<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">script<\/a>ion drug coverage program \u2014 typically covers Ozempic for the drug&#8217;s FDA-approved use of treating people with Type 2 diabetes. Ozempic is classified as a semaglutide that promotes blood sugar control in the body, lowering blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Medicare will not cover Ozempic if it\u2019s prescribed off-label for weight loss.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Most Medicare Part D plans include Ozempic in Tier 3 of their formularies, which has a higher copayment than drugs in Tiers 1 and 2.<\/p>\n<p>If you have Medicare Part D, here\u2019s what you could end up paying for Ozempic:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Deductibles.<\/strong> The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/drug-coverage-part-d\/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage\/yearly-deductible-for-drug-plans#:~:text=Deductibles%20vary%20between%20Medicare%20drug,are%20covered%20before%20the%20deductible\" data-ylk=\"slk:maximum Part D deductible in 2024 is $545;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">maximum Part D deductible in 2024 is $545<\/a>, but some plans have lower or no deductibles for preferred drugs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Coinsurance. <\/strong>After meeting the deductible, you may pay a percentage of the drug&#8217;s cost as coinsurance. This percentage varies depending on your plan benefits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Coverage gap. <\/strong>Once you and your plan have spent $5,030 (in 2024) on covered drugs, including your deductible, you <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"#what-is-the-medicare-donut-hole\" data-jump-link=\"\" data-ylk='slk:enter the \"donut hole,\";elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas' class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">enter the &#8220;donut hole,&#8221;<\/a> where you&#8217;ll <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/drug-coverage-part-d\/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage\/copaymentcoinsurance-in-drug-plans#:~:text=no%20more%20than-,25%25,-of%20the%20cost\" data-ylk=\"slk:pay 25% of the drug's cost;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">pay 25% of the drug&#8217;s cost<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Catastrophic coverage. <\/strong>After spending <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/drug-coverage-part-d\/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage\/catastrophic-coverage\" data-ylk=\"slk:$8,000 out of pocket;cpos:4;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">$8,000 out of pocket<\/a>, you won\u2019t pay any coinsurance or copayment for the rest of the year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Medigap. <\/strong>These supplemental policies don&#8217;t cover prescription drugs, so they won&#8217;t help with Ozempic costs. You\u2019ll have to pay for Ozempic out of pocket.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"does-medicare-advantage-part-c-pay-for-ozempic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Medicare_Advantage_Part_C_pay_for_Ozempic\"><\/span>Does Medicare Advantage (Part C) pay for Ozempic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans typically cover Ozempic for Type 2 diabetes if you have a prescription drug plan. Medicare Advantage does not cover Ozempic for weight loss.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dig deeper:<\/strong> Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Which should you choose for health coverage?<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%8DHow_much_does_Medicare_spend_on_Ozempic\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd0dHow much does Medicare spend on Ozempic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Medicare Part D spent a total of $4.6 billion on Ozempic in 2022, based on the most recent data we have from the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services. This spending covered 780,253 beneficiaries for an average cost of $5,932 per person. The average cost Medicare Part D paid per dose was $468.24, increased from $452.72 in 2021.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"does-medicare-cover-diabetes-testing-supplies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Medicare_cover_diabetes_testing_supplies\"><\/span>Does Medicare cover diabetes testing supplies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, Medicare Part B <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a>ly covers blood glucose testing supplies for diabetics, including:<\/p>\n<p>Medicare typically covers these supplies if you have diabetes. You&#8217;ll pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the yearly Part B deductible. Confirm that your doctors and medical device suppliers are enrolled and participate in Medicare to head off any unexpected charges or surprise bills.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"does-medicare-cover-diabetes-self-management-training\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Medicare_cover_diabetes_self-management_training\"><\/span>Does Medicare cover diabetes self-management training?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Medicare Part B covers diabetes self-management training (DSMT) for beneficiaries diagnosed with diabetes. This training includes:<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll need a written order from your doctor or qualified non-physician practitioner. Medicare covers up to 10 hours of initial training and up to two hours of follow-up training each year.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"how-to-confirm-your-medicare-coverage\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_confirm_your_Medicare_coverage\"><\/span>How to confirm your Medicare coverage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several ways to verify whether your Medicare plan pays for Ozempic:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Check your Medicare plan documents.<\/strong> Review your annual Evidence of Coverage or Plan Annual Notice of Change and look for Ozempic in the drug formulary or covered medications list.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Use the Medicare Plan Finder tool.<\/strong> Log in to your account at Medicare.gov and enter Ozempic in the drug search to see if it&#8217;s covered.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Contact your Medicare plan directly.<\/strong> Call the customer service number on your Medicare card to ask specifically about Ozempic coverage and any restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Consult with your healthcare provider.<\/strong> Discuss your coverage with your doctor or pharmacist. They may have experience with your plan&#8217;s coverage policies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).<\/strong> This is Medicare\u2019s 24\/7 hotline that you can call for personalized assistance. Ask about Ozempic coverage under your specific plan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Visit your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).<\/strong> SHIP allows you to get free, unbiased Medicare counseling. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:7;pos:1\" href=\"http:\/\/shiphelp.org\/\" data-ylk=\"slk:Search for your local SHIP;cpos:7;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Search for your local SHIP<\/a> for one-on-one assistance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remember to have your Medicare number and plan details ready before you call, and keep these four questions handy to ask about Ozempic coverage:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p>Is Ozempic covered under my current plan?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>What tier is Ozempic in, and what are my out-of-pocket costs?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Are there any coverage restrictions or requirements I should know about?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>How does my coverage for Ozempic change throughout the year \u2014 for instance, in the coverage gap?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"the-costs-for-ozempic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_costs_for_Ozempic\"><\/span>The costs for Ozempic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The list price for Ozempic is $936 for a one-month supply \u2014 even though researchers at Yale\u2019s School of Medicine <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:8;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/medicine.yale.edu\/news-article\/prices-of-expensive-diabetes-medicines-and-weight-loss-drugs-are-drastically-higher-than-production-costs\/#:~:text=But%20the%20researchers,dollar%20to%20produce\" data-ylk=\"slk:estimate the drug costs less than $1;cpos:8;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">estimate the drug costs less than $1<\/a> to manufacture.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>If you have Medicare, <\/strong>the cost for Ozempic depends on your deductible, your coinsurance and your plan\u2019s preferred drug list, but it should be covered if prescribed to treat Type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>If you have private or employer-sponsored health insurance,<\/strong> you should be covered if prescribed for Type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>If you don\u2019t have insurance, <\/strong>you could pay up to the list price of $936, plus pharmacy fees.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"ways-to-lower-the-cost-of-ozempic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_lower_the_cost_of_Ozempic\"><\/span>Ways to lower the cost of Ozempic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are several ways to lower the cost of Ozempic, whether Medicare pays for it or not:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Manufacturer savings programs and coupons. <\/strong>Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Ozempic, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:9;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ozempic.com\/savings-and-resources\/save-on-ozempic.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:offers a savings card;cpos:9;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">offers a savings card<\/a> it claims can reduce out-of-pocket costs to $25 for a one- to three-month supply. Unfortunately, you can\u2019t use these programs with Medicare due to federal regulations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Medicare Extra Help program.<\/strong> You can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:10;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/secure.ssa.gov\/i1020\/start\" data-ylk=\"slk:sign up online for this Medicare program;cpos:10;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">sign up online for this Medicare program<\/a> that assists low-income individuals with prescription drug costs. In 2024, single households with an annual income up to $22,590 and resources up to $17,220 \u2014 including bank, retirement and investment accounts \u2014 may qualify. For married or joint households, those limits increase to $30,660 in annual income and $34,360 in total resources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs.<\/strong> At least 48 states offer additional assistance for prescription drug costs through SPAPs. The National Conference of State Legislatures offers a way to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:11;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncsl.org\/health\/state-pharmaceutical-assistance-programs\" data-ylk=\"slk:search for SPAPs available in your state;cpos:11;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">search for SPAPs available in your state<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Patient assistance programs.<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:12;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.novocare.com\/diabetes\/help-with-costs\/pap.html#:~:text=The%20Patient%20Assistance%20Program%20provides,or%20monthly%20fee%20for%20participating\" data-ylk=\"slk:Novo Nordisk offers a patient assistance program;cpos:12;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Novo Nordisk offers a patient assistance program<\/a> that provides medication at no cost to U.S. citizens or legal residents <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:13;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.needymeds.org\/poverty-guidelines-percents\" data-ylk=\"slk:at or below 400% of the federal poverty level;cpos:13;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">at or below 400% of the federal poverty level<\/a> and have Medicare or no insurance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dig deeper: <\/strong>6 simple ways to save money on your prescriptions \u2014 without skipping your meds<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"how-to-borrow-money-to-pay-for-ozempic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_borrow_money_to_pay_for_Ozempic\"><\/span>How to borrow money to pay for Ozempic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t qualify for manufacturer discounts or assistance programs and still need Ozempic, you can look into ways to borrow money to pay for your medical costs. But proceed with caution, and make sure you can comfortably afford any additional monthly payment.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Personal loans. <\/strong>These are unsecured installment loans you can use for nearly anything, including paying for Ozempic. You can prequalify online in just a few minutes without it affecting your credit score. Learn more about using a personal loan to cover unexpected costs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Credit cards. <\/strong>If you have good to excellent credit, you may be able to qualify for a 0% APY credit card offering a no-interest introductory rate for up to 12 months or longer on purchases. While not your best option, Synchrony Bank offers the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:16;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carecredit.com\/\" data-ylk=\"slk:CareCredit Credit Card;cpos:16;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">CareCredit Credit Card<\/a>, a health and wellness credit card that occasionally offers new customers with good credit a 0% APR for a number of months, if you can qualify. If you prioritize paying your balance before the promotional period ends, you won\u2019t pay any interest.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"faqs-medicare-drug-coverage-and-your-medical-options\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Medicare_drug_coverage_and_your_medical_options\"><\/span>FAQs: Medicare, drug coverage and your medical options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Learn more about how Medicare works when it comes to paying for prescriptions, including Ozempic and other diabetes-related drugs.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-medicare-donut-hole\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Medicare_%E2%80%9Cdonut_hole%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>What is the Medicare \u201cdonut hole\u201d?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Medicare donut hole \u2014 also called the Medicare coverage gap \u2014 is a term used to refer to the temporary limit on what your plan will pay for prescription drugs. After your plan\u2019s payments and the deductibles you\u2019ve paid on covered drugs hit a specified limit, you\u2019ll pay no more than 25% of the cost of brand-name prescriptions, while the full price counts toward your out-of-pocket costs. For generic prescriptions, you\u2019ll pay 25% of the drug\u2019s price but only the amount you pay counts toward out-of-pocket costs \u2014 and not the full price.<\/p>\n<p>In 2024, the maximum limit for total drug costs is $5,030. Review your monthly Explanation of Benefits to confirm your coverage, payment and out-of-pocket costs, and call your Medicare plan\u2019s support line if you think there\u2019s a mistake.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"will-medicare-pay-for-wegovy-for-weight-loss\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Medicare_pay_for_Wegovy_for_weight_loss\"><\/span>Will Medicare pay for Wegovy for weight loss?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Wegovy can be covered by Medicare as of March 2024 if it\u2019s used to treat or prevent heart attacks and strokes in people who are diagnosed as overweight. Similar to Ozempic, Medicare will not cover Wegovy if it\u2019s prescribed solely for weight loss.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"what-weight-loss-drugs-does-medicare-cover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_weight_loss_drugs_does_Medicare_cover\"><\/span>What weight loss drugs does Medicare cover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Medicare doesn\u2019t cover drugs used strictly for weight loss. However, it can cover some drugs \u2014 like Ozempic and Wegovy \u2014 if they\u2019re used to treat other health conditions, like Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"sources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:17;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/about\/about-type-2-diabetes.html#:~:text=More%20than%2038%20million%20Americans%20have%20diabetes%20(about%201%20in%2010)%2C%20and%20about%2090%25%20to%2095%25%20of%20them%20have%20type%202%20diabetes\" data-ylk=\"slk:About Type 2 Diabetes;cpos:17;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">About Type 2 Diabetes<\/a>, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:18;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers\/medications-containing-semaglutide-marketed-type-2-diabetes-or-weight-loss#:~:text=What%20is-,semaglutide%3F,-Semaglutide%20belongs%20to\" data-ylk=\"slk:Medications Containing Semaglutide Marketed for Type 2 Diabetes or Weight Loss;cpos:18;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Medications Containing Semaglutide Marketed for Type 2 Diabetes or Weight Loss<\/a>, U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:19;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/drug-coverage-part-d\/what-medicare-part-d-drug-plans-cover\" data-ylk=\"slk:What Medicare Part D drug plans cover;cpos:19;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">What Medicare Part D drug plans cover<\/a>, U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:20;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/drug-coverage-part-d\/costs-for-medicare-drug-coverage\" data-ylk=\"slk:Costs for Medicare drug coverage;cpos:20;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Costs for Medicare drug coverage<\/a>, U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:21;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/data.cms.gov\/tools\/medicare-part-d-drug-spending-dashboard\" data-ylk=\"slk:Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard;cpos:21;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard<\/a>, U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:22;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthsystemtracker.org\/brief\/prices-of-drugs-for-weight-loss-in-the-us-and-peer-nations\/#Prevalence%20of%20obesity%20(body%20mass%20index%20%E2%89%A5%2030),%20age%20standardized%20estimates,%202021%20or%20nearest%20year\" data-ylk=\"slk:How do prices of drugs for weight loss in the U.S. compare to peer nations\u2019 prices?;cpos:22;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">How do prices of drugs for weight loss in the U.S. compare to peer nations\u2019 prices?<\/a> KFF. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-i13n=\"cpos:23;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicare.gov\/basics\/costs\/help\/drug-costs\" data-ylk=\"slk:Help with drug costs;cpos:23;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\">Help with drug costs<\/a>, U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Accessed August 9, 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"caas-jump-link-heading\" id=\"about-the-writer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_writer\"><\/span>About the writer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cassidy Horton is a finance writer who specializes in banking, insurance, lending and paying down debt. Her expertise has been featured in NerdWallet, Forbes Advisor, MarketWatch, CNN Underscored, USA Today, Money, The Balance and Consumer Affairs, among other top financial publications. Cassidy first became interested in personal finance after paying off $18,000 in debt in 10 months of graduation with an MBA. Today, she&#8217;s committed to empowering people to stand up and take charge of their financial futures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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