If not, who decides our formulary?" Make the business case: Obesity treatment reduces long-term healthcare costs (diabetes, heart disease, joint problems) Gather support: If coworkers also want coverage, a group request carries more weight Time it right: Benefits are often reviewed in Q3-Q4 for the following year Be patient: Formulary changes typically take effect at the next plan year WHAT AETNA REQUIRES Prior Authorization Requirements Prior Authorization Requirements Wegovy Is Covered PA Is Required Since Wegovy is the preferred GLP-1 on most Aetna plans, the main hurdle is meeting the prior authorization requirements
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Orlistat Also available as the branded version, Xenical, this pill contains 120mg of the active ingredient orlistat, which works by blocking the absorption of dietary fat
Diet-induced obesity models animal-model research has explored AOD-9604's effect on body composition, fat-mass markers, and energy expenditure in rodent obesity models
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