The composite endpoint included the need for retinal photocoagulation, treatment with intravitreal agents, vitreous hemorrhage, or diabetes-related blindness
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I just dont quite know how smooth its going to be. In fall 2025, about 5 million US adults ages 65 and above the population that is covered by Medicare were taking a GLP-1 drug for weight loss or a chronic condition such as diabetes, according to a KFF Health survey
That is over a year to reach peak results
However, obesity as a standalone diagnosis remains excluded from standard Medicare Part D coverage
This way, people get care that covers all of their needs