Our model reveals clinical features that should be considered when deciding to initiate GLP-1 M combined therapy for the treatment of T2D, including age, race, T2D duration, HbA1C levels, BMI, hypertension, and the presence or absence of heart failure or retinopathy
GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors and DPP-4 inhibitors GLP-1 receptor agonists, sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors and dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors reduce the risk of MACE compared to placebo
CMS should closely monitor prior authorizations and denials to ensure patients can access GLP-1s
Liraglutide (Saxenda): Liraglutide is part of a comprehensive weight management program, administered through daily injections
The FDA recently sent warning letters to several companies distributing the unapproved drug, notifying them that theyre violating federal law
A BMI value in the chart is NOT sufficient to assign an obesity code physician documentation of the obesity diagnosis is required per FY2026 ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, Section I.C.21.c.3